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University Masters Programs in California

Masters Degree Programs in California:
Improve your job prospects and command a better salary by earning a Masters Degree on-campus or online! With numerous highly-respected and accredited universities and colleges throughout California, there are so many excellent opportunities for both American and international students to study at masters degree level. Whether you are interested in a career in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) industries, or want to earn a prestigious MBA degree, there is a masters program to help you achieve your career goals.

Why Earn a Masters Degree?

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- Increased Employment Opportunities
Improve your chances of finding a fulfilling job in a career field you like.

Whether you work in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) areas, healthcare, or in business, a masters degree opens the door to rewarding positions for those who wish to work at a higher skill level in their field.

- Increased Earning Potential
Studies completed in 2012 showed that the median earnings for young adults with a masters degree or higher was $59,600.

This figure was approximately 27% more than young adults who only possessed a bachelor's degree.

While starting salaries vary greatly depending on what your major is, there is no doubt that a graduate degree is much more valuable monetarily speaking. Of course, a higher salary will generally accompany greater responsibilities or skills required.

- Stand out from the crowd
With third-level education becoming the norm for many American students, there is an ever-increasing pool of new graduates armed with just their bachelor's degree.

Spending the extra 2/3 years in graduate school gives you a competitive edge that will increase your job opportunities.

Examples of universities providing graduate programs in California include:

- Stanford University, Palo Alto
- University of California: Campuses in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Berkeley, Irvine, Santa Barbara, Davis, Riverside, Santa Cruz, Merced.
- University of Southern California, Los Angeles
- California Institute of Technology, Pasadena
- San Diego State University
- San Jose State University
- San Francisco State University
- California State University: Campuses in Los Angeles, Sacramento, Long Beach, Fullerton, Northridge, Chico
- Santa Clara University
- University of San Diego
- California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
- Humboldt State University, Arcata
- Pepperdine University, Malibu
- Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park
- Pomona College, Claremont

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Northern Arizona University
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Based in Flagstaff, and with satellite campuses throughout Arizona, Northern Arizona University is a public university that provides a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs that will prepare you for career disciplines such as Computer Science, Health Sciences, Nursing, Accounting, Finance, Criminal Justice, and more.

In addition to our Bachelor Degree programs, we also provide Masters, Doctoral, and Certificate programs. Some of our degree offerings can also be taken online through distance learning.

Our programs link you to expert faculty who will know you by name. Undergraduates have opportunities for graduate-level research, internships, co-ops, and hands-on learning.

The Northern Arizona University mission is to provide an outstanding undergraduate education strengthened by research, graduate and professional programs, and sophisticated methods of distance delivery.

Northern Arizona University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The university values and promotes an ethnically rich and diverse university community and graduates individuals who are prepared to contribute to the social, and environmental needs of a changing world.
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Chemistry (MS)
- Engineering (MEng)
- Mathematics (MS)
- Biology (MS, PhD)
- Physics, Applied (MS)
- Nursing (MS)
- Occupational Therapy (OTD)
- Applied Sociology (MA)
- Political Science (MA)
- Geology (MS)
- Statistics (MS) & more..
California Miramar University, San Diego
Courses / Programs
Located in the Mira Mesa suburb 15 miles north of downtown San Diego, California Miramar University (CMU) is a small, private university that provides Bachelor, Masters and MBA Degree programs in a variety of Business and Administration fields. Our fully-accredited programs are taught through distance education, a hybrid of online / classroom delivery and traditional classroom methods. The faculty members at CMU drive the University's innovative capacity as experts in their fields, utilizing their combined academic and professional knowledge and expertise.

California Miramar University believes that the institution should revolve around the student, not the other way around. This philosophy extends to our continuous enrollment and high quality student services support. We understand that many of our students must remain committed to their jobs and families while reaching their higher educational goals. The CMU Advantage means flexibility to fit your lifestyle by offering programs that work for our students.

California Miramar University is dually accredited by both the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools and Distance Education and Training Council.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs:
- Finance
- International Business
- Marketing
- Health Care Management
- Business Administration
- Technology Management

Other Programs:
- Doctor of Business Administration
- MSc in Strategic Leadership
- Master of Science in Telecommunications
- BSc in Business Administration
- BSc in Public Administration
- Associate of Science in Business Administration
UNC, Lorenzo Patino School of Law
Courses / Programs
University of Northern California (UNC), Lorenzo Patiño School of Law is located in the heart of downtown Sacramento, and provides a high quality legal education at an affordable cost. We offer two legal programs, the 4-year Juris Doctor Degree in Law, and a 1-year Paralegal Certificate Program.

UNC Lorenzo Patiño School of Law is approved by the Committee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California to grant Juris Doctor degrees and Paralegal Certificates.

The goal of the law school is to qualify its students for entry into the legal profession. UNC encourages vigorous student-faculty discussion of the law. The ratio of faculty members to students is approximately one professor for every 15 students. Class sizes range from seven to ten students.

UNC’s 4-year curriculum consists of traditional law school courses and is enhanced by selective electives. Judges and practicing attorneys teach the classes, providing practical experience, as well as theoretical instruction. UNC encourages vigorous student-faculty discussion of the law. The ratio of faculty members to students is approximately one professor for every 15 students. Class sizes range from seven to ten students.
Law Juris Doctor Degree (4 year evening program)

Modules include:
- Criminal Law
- Legal Skill Development
- Business Associations
- Constitutional Law
- Wills/Trusts
- Legal Research, and more..

Vocational Training Paralegal Certificate Program (1 year)

Modules include:
- Business Associates/Corporations
- Civil Litigation
- Criminal Procedure
- Ethics
- Evidence
- Immigration, and more..
Southern States University, San Diego & Orange County
Courses / Programs
Earn an accredited business degree on-campus in Southern California! 

Established in 1983, Southern States University is a business-oriented career training university with campuses in San Diego (Fashion Valley & La Jolla), and Newport Beach CA (just south of Irvine, 40 minutes from Los Angeles Airport).

SSU provides Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree courses to international students wishing to study in the U.S. 

In addition to our business administration degrees, we also provide intensive English language education and TOEFL exam preparation. These English courses can be taken alongside your business degree training.

At SSU, our mission is to offer professionally-recognized and competitive academic degree programs; to serve a culturally diverse student community; and to facilitate international awareness amongst our students.

Southern States University provides a pleasant studying environment, spacious classrooms and well-trained and dedicated instructors to help you achieve your goals. On-campus residential accommodation is available throughout the year. 

"Every day, thanks to SSU, I feel like I am progressing closer and closer towards my goal. SSU offers the most affordable BBA and MBA programs in the United States, and there are several payment plans to choose from.”
- Michelle, Brazil
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Degree:
Duration: 4 years. Core courses include:

- Accounting
- Business Law
- Business Communications
- Information Systems
- Macro / Micro Economics
- Marketing
- Business Statistics
- Business Calculus..

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree:
Duration: 2 years. Core courses:

- Financial Accounting
- Managerial Economics
- Organizational Leadership
- Managerial Finance
- Operations Management
- Strategic Management
- International Marketing..

English Language:
- Intensive English course
- TOEFL Exam preparation
California State University, Los Angeles
Courses / Programs
Cal State LA's commitment to academic excellence provides you with unlimited learning opportunities. Our faculty, considered some of the most gifted and honored educators in the nation, is dedicated to developing the potential of each student. The University works to facilitate student-professor interaction, strengthen individual learning and enhance team-building. The diversity and varied learning and social experiences that abound at Cal State L.A. are equally important for educational enrichment. We strongly believe that these conditions are essential for success in a world of formidable tasks and responsibilities. For all students at California State University, Los Angeles, the opportunities are equally boundless. We look forward to helping you participate fully in the promise of the next century at Cal State L.A.
Cal State LA offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate certificate, diploma and degrees in our six schools: Arts and Letters, Business and Economics, Education, Engineering, Natural and Social Science and Health and Human Services.
John Cabot University
Courses / Programs
Calling US students! Would you consider studying abroad in the beautiful and historical city of Rome in Italy?

• The largest overseas American liberal arts university in Italy, JCU is accredited by the American Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

• We provide four-year Bachelor of Arts (BA) and 2-year Associate of Arts (AA) degree programs to students from the U.S. and worldwide. We also offer a Masters in Art History, semester and year-long study abroad programs, and summer programs.

All courses are taught in English with an average of 15 students per class and are taught by faculty of international distinction.

• Our graduates are globally-recognized, and have been accepted at top-tier universities in the U.S. and Europe, and for being employed by well-known international companies.

• Our diverse student body comprises about 1,200 students from over 60 countries from the Americas, Asia and Europe, and from more than 130 U.S. universities.

• Students benefit greatly from culturally conscious views and discussions through which they become well prepared for successful and productive engagements in our fast-paced global world.

• Whether you are considering studying in Rome with us for 4 years, or as a visiting student for one semester, JCU, with our prestigious and dedicated faculty, and our rich and rigorous curricular offerings, will provide an unforgettable academic experience whose fruits you will enjoy for a lifetime.
4-year Bachelor of Arts (BA) & 2-year Associate of Arts (AA) undergraduate degree programs in:

• Business Administration; International Affairs; Political Science; Communications; Economics and Finance; International Business; Marketing; Art History; Classical Studies; English Literature; History; Humanistic Studies; Italian Studies.

• Year-long & Semester Abroad Programs

• Summer Study Abroad Programs

• Master of Arts (MA) in Art History