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California Fast Facts:

  • Climate: Mediterranean, with cool, rainy winters and dry summers
  • State per capita income, 2005: $48,460 (13th in the nation)
  • Top industries:
    • Aerospace
    • Entertainment
    • Television and music production
    • Light manufacturing
    • Computer hardware and software
  • Major employers:
    • Applied Materials
    • Cisco Systems
    • Edison International
    • Hewlett-Packard
For the best in academic opportunity and high quality of life, California has it all. Featuring competitive universities and a host of recreational pastimes, students can absolutely thrive in this dynamic state. The largest cities in California include Sacramento, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and San Jose. The state's total population is over 33.8 million residents.

The natural wonder of the California environment offers such recognizable features as Sierra Nevada Mountains, Mount Whitney, Yosemite National Park, and Lake Tahoe. Finding something to do to pass the time between classes is a simple task. You'll enjoy water activities on state beaches and a surging nightlife of eateries, clubs, and retail establishments. The diverse population welcomes college students from across the globe looking to continue their education.

Top fields of study for California college students include computer technology, business administration and management, ecological studies, and liberal arts.
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