California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt (Cal Poly Humboldt, Humboldt or Cal Poly) is a public university in Arcata, California. It is one of three polytechnic universities in the California State University (CSU) system and the northernmost campus in the system. The main campus, situated hillside at the edge of a coast redwood forest, has commanding views overlooking Arcata, much of Humboldt Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. The college town setting on the California North Coast, 8 miles (13 km) north of Eureka, 279 miles (449 km) north of San Francisco, and 654 miles (1052.51 km) north of Los Angeles is notable for its natural beauty. It is the most westerly four-year university in the contiguous United States. Humboldt is a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI).
Natural Sciences at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt in Arcata, CA, offers a dynamic educational experience intrinsically linked to its extraordinary natural setting. Situated near redwood forests and the Pacific coast, the university provides unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning, extensive field studies, and impactful research projects across diverse ecosystems. Students engage closely with dedicated faculty in a supportive environment featuring small class sizes and access to modern labs and research centers like the Telonicher Marine Laboratory and Schatz Energy Research Center. This focus on experiential learning in a unique living laboratory prepares graduates with practical skills and a deep understanding of the natural world.
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