Humboldt State University

(Arcata, CA)

Humboldt State University is located in Arcata, California, and is the northernmost campus in the California State University system. Founded in 1913, "you are the focus" at HSU.

Humboldt State prides itself on its innovative approach to education. Their world renowned professors are committed to mentoring students by including them in lab research, field work, and various types of experiments.

Students at Humboldt augment their classroom experiences by participating in varied experiences, which in turn strengthens their entrepreneurial and critical thinking skills.

With its location at the edge of a coastal redwood forest, Humboldt State is located in an area of great natural beauty. The San Francisco Bay Area, Oregon, and Mount Shasta are all within reasonable driving distance.

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Aisha Brown

How is the Liberal Studies Elementary Education major at HSU?
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    Humboldt State University Admissions
    Hi Aisha, Thanks for your interest. We have a great Elementary Ed program at HSU and a teaching credential program too! To learn more check out: http://www.humboldt.edu/lsee/. Let me know if you have further questions. -Stacie Lyans, stacie.lyans@humboldt.edu
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Rya Lignitz

I know that this summer is the one colleges look at the most. I'm spying to summer programs, but I was wondering if HSU has any potential internships? Preferably in Engineering?
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    Rya Lignitz
    *applying to summer programs
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    Humboldt State University Admissions
    Hi Rya, I think I emailed about this. I recommend to connect with HSU's Engineering program directly. Let me know if you have questions. -Stacie Lyans, stacie.lyans@humboldt.edu
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Erika Lisardi

Hello! I was wondering more about the financial aid and scholarships offered for Humboldt and if you accept other outside scholarships? also if you offer any other special financial aid for low income students? I'm interested in Film Production, Journalism, and Marine Sciences. Please check out my profile, Thank you!
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    Humboldt State University Admissions
    Hi Erika, Thanks for your comment, with your academic interests you seem to be a great fit for HSU. To see our fee breakdown as well as scholarship opportunities and other ways to fund your education, check out: http://humboldt.edu/finaid/costs.html. We try our best to help all of our students afford HSU and YES we accept outside scholarships, I recommend to start applying today! Please let me know if you have more questions, I am here to help. Stacie Lyans, Senior Admissions Counselor, stacie.lyans@humboldt.edu
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julie reed

Hey! Does Humboldt have any special scholarships, or any scholarships or grants that you would recommend? Im interested in Journalism, Art, Ballet and I love that you have a lot of forest and outdoor activities! I'd love to go to your school! Please check out my profile. Thank you. =)
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    Humboldt State University Admissions
    Hi Julie, HSU offers the great WUE program to western students. To learn more about this, check out: http://www.humboldt.edu/wue/. Let me know if you have questions. -Stacie Lyans, stacie.lyans@humboldt.edu
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Kaelyn Thurmond

Hey Lumberjacks! I am a finalist in the Social Media and Communication category for the Sweet Diggity Dawg Scholarship, and I would greatly appreciate it if you could look at my profile, and vote for me. It'd be great also if you could spread the word about me being a finalist in the Social Media and Communication category, I'd greatly appreciate it. Please vote at http://www.zinch.com/kaelyn-thurmond. Thanks :)
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Kaelyn Thurmond

Hi Stacie, I am a junior in high school and im interested in majoring in Journalism when I get college. I would really love to get accepted into Humboldt even though I havent visited yet but i plan to. Im really nervous though because my GPA is a 2.7 and i havent taken the SAT yet but i got a 114 on my PSAT. With my GPA, is there a good chance that I can get into Humboldt? Reply back to me @ kaynicolethurmond10@gmail.com. Thanks so much :)
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    Sera Holland

    I am interested in studying Phycology (YES that's right -- algae!) I would like to work with kelp and environmental issues. What major do I need for my B.S.?
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      Stacie Lyans
      Hi Sera, I hope I answered your questions in our previous emails. I look foward to meeting in in Houston, TX this April. -Stacie
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    risa fackler

    you dont have to live on campus first year right??
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      Stacie Lyans
      Hi Risa, No you do not have to live on-campus your first year. If you do want the option of living on-campus then you can apply online on March 5 at 4 pm. Let me know if you have further questions. -Stacie
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    Johanna McAlister

    Do you offer degrees in anthropology or archaeology? I would also like to know what you look for in resumes for your future students.
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      Stacie Lyans
      Hi Johanna, Yes HSU has an amazing Anthropology program and you can focus in archaeology in the program too. Our students can study primates in Costa Rica, work with the Humboldt County coroners office and so much more. It's VERY hands-on. To gain more information about our department, check out: http://www.humboldt.edu/anthropology/. At HSU we want students that are passionate about our environmen, social justice and giving back. We want students that are ready to make a difference. Are you ready?
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    Jimmie Powers

    Is there a National Guard armory within a good traveling distance from Arcata?
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      Stacie Lyans
      Hi Jimmie. Thanks for your interest. Humboldt State has a coast guard within a few minutes of campus, near Eureka, CA. I hope this helps. Please let me know if you have futher questions.

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