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Accredited and affordable, Cal U provides students with an excellent educational experience at a tremendous value. Our professors are some of the best in their fields, committed to academic excellence and intellectual rigor, and offering real-world experience. Eighty-seven percent of Cal U's full-time faculty members hold the highest degree in their field.
With world-class academics, state-of-the-art facilities and proximity to the internationally renowned City of Pittsburgh, California University of Pennsylvania offers more than just learning. Graduate programs position you for career success. Whether you're looking to enter a new career field, move up in your current position or expand your knowledge base, a graduate degree or certificate program at California University of Pennsylvania can help you to reach your goals. Cal U offers more than 95 graduate programs, including master's degrees, doctorate degrees and graduate-level certifications, certificate and licensure programs. Programs are offered on campus and 100% online-a top choice for busy, working professionals.
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Degrees Offered
CAMPUS GRADUATE DEGREES AND PROGRAMS
- Athletic Training (MS)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Clinic Mental Health Counseling (MS, PM Licensure)
- Communication Disorders (MS)
- Elementary and Special Education (M.Ed., Cert*)
- Elementary Education: PreK-4 (M.Ed., Initial Cert*)
- Reading Specialist (M.Ed., Cert*)
- Secondary Education: Art, Biology, Chemistry, Communications, Earth Science, English, Math, Physics, Social Studies, Spanish (MAT, Initial Cert*)
- School Counseling (M.Ed., Cert*)
- School Psychology (MS, Cert*)
- Social Work (MSW)
GRADUATE GLOBAL ONLINE PROGRAMS
- Addictive Disorders (Cert*)
- Applied Behavioral Analysis: Generalist, Autism (M.Ed., Cert* Prep)
- Applied Criminology (MA, Social Science, Cert*)
- Arabic Language and Linguistics (MA, Social Science)
- Behavioral Crime Analysis (Cert*)
- Criminal Justice (D.C.J.)
- Conflict Resolution (MA, Social Science)
- Education: Early Childhood, Educational Studies, English as a Second Language, STEM, Technology Education, Administrative Principals Program, Advanced Studies in Second Education (M.Ed., Cert*)
- Exercise Science and Health Promotions: Wellness & Fitness, Sport Psychology, Wellness Coaching, Rehabilitation Sciences, Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention, 9 Dual Concentration Options (MS, Cert*)
- Gifted Education Endorsement (Cert*)
- Health Science and Exercise Leadership (DHSc)
- Legal Studies: Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Law and Public Policy (MS, Cert*)
- Master of Business Administration: Entrepreneurship, Nursing Administration & Leadership, Business Analytics, Healthcare Management (MBA, Cert*)
- Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Administration and Leadership, Nursing Education, MSN-MBA Dual Degree (MSN, Cert*)
- Online Teaching Endorsement (Cert*)
- Professional Science: Applied Mathematics, Cybersecurity (PSM, Cert*)
- SAS Data Science (Graduate Cert*)
- Special Education: 7-12, PreK-8, Autism Spectrum Disorders (M.Ed., Cert*)
- Spiritual, Ethical & Religious Counseling (Cert*)
- Sport Management Studies: Intercollegiate Athletic Administration, Sport Management, Strategic Sport Analysis (MS, Cert*)
- Sports Counseling (Cert*)
- Superintendent Letter of Eligibility (Cert*)
- Threat Assessment & Management in Schools (Cert*)
- * Gainful employment information can be found on each program page.
You can also find information about state authorization at www.calu.edu/stateauthorization
Faculty
Cal U's student-to-faculty ratio is 19:1. Professors at Cal U are experts in their fields-and teaching is their passion. The faculty consists of about 410 members. About 85% of Cal U's full-time faculty have the highest degrees in their fields.
Academics: Programs - Overview
Distance Learning Options
Degree Programs Offered (in Category Selected Above)
Program Area | Program Type | Program Format | |
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Campus | Distance | ||
Athletic Training/Trainer | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
Business Administration and Management, General | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Educational Leadership and Administration, General | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Elementary Education and Teaching | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Engineering Technology, General | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Legal Professions and Studies, Other | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Management Science | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Nursing Administration | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Reading Teacher Education | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
Rehabilitation Science | Post Master's Certificate | Yes | No |
School Psychology | Master's Degree Post Master's Certificate |
Yes Yes |
No No |
Secondary Education and Teaching | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Social Sciences, General | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Social Work | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Special Education and Teaching, General | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Superintendency and Educational System Administration | Post Master's Certificate | Yes | Yes |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Oth | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
Faculty
Total | Instructional Staff | Research | Public Service | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total | 264 | 262 | 0 | 2 |
With faculty status | 264 | 262 | 0 | 2 |
Tenured | 178 | 176 | 0 | 2 |
On tenure track | 51 | 51 | 0 | 0 |
Not on tenure track | 35 | 35 | 0 | 0 |
Annual contract | 35 | 35 | 0 | 0 |
Less-than annual contract | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Graduate Assistantships
Research
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media Occupations
Healthcare Practioners and Technical Occupations
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Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Graduate Campus Tuition & Fees Pennsylvania Residents: $698.18 / credit
Graduate Campus Tuition & Fees Non-Pennsylvania Residents: $999.48 / credit
https://www.calu.edu/costs-aid/tuition/graduate-tuition.aspx
Global Online Tuition & Fees Pennsylvania Residents: $606.05 / credit
Global Online Tuition & Fees Non-Pennsylvania Residents: Varies by Program
Global Online Tuition & Fees Military & Veteran: $505.05
https://www.calu.edu/online/tuition-fees-calculator.asp
Cal U graduate program rates and fees are calculated per semester. Many graduate students attend classes either at the main campus or Cal U's Center for Innovation at Southpointe, or 100% online as Global Online graduate students. If you attend even one class on the main campus, you will be charged a main campus fee for that semester.
Housing: $$4,448.00
Meal plan: $6,245.00 (14 Meals)
Financial Aid
Higher education is an investment in your future, and Cal U offers you the best value, along with many options for student financial aid to ensure affordability. Approximately 90% of all of our students receive some sort of financial aid. Cal U provides need-based aid to 74% of our undergraduate students. We work with you to provide a personalized financial aid package to meet your needs.
Overview
In-state | Out-of-State | |
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Full time Average Tuition | $8,460 | $12,690 |
Full time Fees | $3,247 | $4,130 |
Part time, per credit hour | $470 | $705 |
Tuition Plan Options
Institutional Enrollment
Post-Bac Race / Ethnicity
Race / Ethnicity | Men | Women |
---|---|---|
Asian | 11 | 23 |
Black Or African American | 121 | 182 |
Hispanic Or Latino | 53 | 53 |
Non-resident Alien | 15 | 14 |
White | 844 | 1,372 |
Two Or More Races | 21 | 35 |
Unknown | 70 | 78 |
Services offered
Service | Offered |
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Academic Career Counseling Service | Yes |
Employment Services For Students | Yes |
Placement Services For Completers | Yes |
Advanced Awards/ Degrees Conferred Statistics
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Campus and Location
California University of Pennsylvania, 250 University Ave., California, PA 15419
California University of Pennsylvania is just 35 miles south of Pittsburgh. Our campus in the town of California, is easy to reach via major highways and toll Route 43. Or you can access our global campus virtually, through our 100% online programs.
The campus at California University of Pennsylvania has been designed with student success in mind. The first thing you'll notice when you visit Cal U is the stunning natural beauty of the campus. Our campus is not only a beautiful setting, it's also full of energy and excitement in a safe, secure surrounding. Cal U's campus is 294 acres of healthy living, friendly relationships and rich cultural diversity.
Campus Virtual Tour Link: https://www.calu.edu/
Facilities
Cal U offers exceptional facilities and fitness classes at our Herron Recreation and Fitness Center, more than 27 intramural teams and 23 sports clubs and university dining services with fresh, healthy menus based on Cal U student input.
Students Body
Cal U welcomes students from the country and around the world. Our students come from all 50 states, three U.S. territories and about 30 countries.
Total enrollment: 7,788 students (2017-2018)
Undergraduates: 5,557
Graduate students: 2,231
Our most recent class is 55% female and 45% male; the student population is about 78% white, 11% black, 3% Hispanic/Latino and 11% other (including two or more races).
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Services offered
Service | Offered |
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Remedial services | Yes |
On-campus day care for student's children | No |
Admissions Office Contact
California, PA 15419-1394