--- title: 5 Reasons to Choose Grad School in California description: The state of California is a hub of breathtaking views, endless coastlines, diverse cultures and tantalizing cities — including Los Angeles, home to myriad technology, entertainment and finance industries. It's also a great place to attend college. 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Unstoppable Stories WHAT **2 Hour Online Sessions** null [![Apply Now](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/19602555/5ab1e461-5b50-4458-9af7-a90fb2cee609.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/19602555/5ab1e461-5b50-4458-9af7-a90fb2cee609) [![Apply Now](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/19602555/5ab1e461-5b50-4458-9af7-a90fb2cee609.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/19602555/5ab1e461-5b50-4458-9af7-a90fb2cee609) # 5 Reasons to Choose Grad School in California ![](https://learn.msmu.edu/hubfs/Premium%20Content/NNT%20Interactive%20eBook/campus%20img-full.png) The state of California is a hub of breathtaking views, endless coastlines, diverse cultures and tantalizing cities — including Los Angeles, home to myriad technology, entertainment and finance industries. But, why would one specifically choose to go to grad school in California? Here are just a few of the advantages of choosing graduate school in CA. [Download the Mount’s new resource, Become Unstoppable: A Guide to Graduate Programs at Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles.](https://explore.msmu.edu/pillar-page-a-guide-to-graduate-programs-at-mount-saint-marys-university-los-angeles) ### 1. Enjoyable climate and sights California is known for its beautiful geography and enjoyable climate. While California does have ripping hot deserts and snow-capped mountains, many cities in the state (such as San Diego, San Francisco and [Los Angeles](https://www.msmu.edu/about-the-mount/)) boast a warm, mild climate that is desirable to many college students and graduate-level professionals alike. [![Local church involvement (2)](https://learn.msmu.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Local%20church%20involvement%20(2).png?width=800&height=300&name=Local%20church%20involvement%20(2).png)](https://explore.msmu.edu/pillar-page-a-guide-to-graduate-programs-at-mount-saint-marys-university-los-angeles) ### 2. Diversity of culture California has a reputation for being wildly culturally diverse; it is known for being both progressive and culturally liberal. Professionals choosing graduate school in CA can expect to interact with others who are largely accepting of [people with diverse backgrounds](https://www.msmu.edu/learning-and-research-communities/center-for-equity-diversity-and-justice/). [![diverse group of college students](https://learn.msmu.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Local%20church%20involvement%20(3).png?width=800&height=300&name=Local%20church%20involvement%20(3).png)](https://explore.msmu.edu/pillar-page-a-guide-to-graduate-programs-at-mount-saint-marys-university-los-angeles) ### 3. Tech hubs with STEM opportunities Known as a tech hub, California is recognized for its many cities that promote dedication to cutting-edge STEM advancement. Professionals who choose graduate school in CA will have ample opportunities to intern or gain real-world experience at some of the top technology companies in the world, such as Google or Apple.  Are you specifically interested in choosing Los Angeles as your home base for graduate school? Whether you want to create amongst one of the nation’s creative minds or want to analyze data at a corporate level, LA has a job for you.  [![LA marketing graphic](https://learn.msmu.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Local%20church%20involvement%20(4).png?width=800&height=300&name=Local%20church%20involvement%20(4).png)](https://explore.msmu.edu/pillar-page-a-guide-to-graduate-programs-at-mount-saint-marys-university-los-angeles) ### 4. Diverse job opportunities As one of the largest cities in the nation, Los Angeles is home to a wide variety of job opportunities. If you are unsure what you want to obtain a degree in or what doors your degree will open for you, check out some of the biggest job industries and careers within each industry below: - Business - Film and media - Healthcare - Psychology - Social sciences - Humanities - Education - Data analytics - Marketing [![man on cellphone in city](https://learn.msmu.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Local%20church%20involvement%20(5).png?width=720&height=270&name=Local%20church%20involvement%20(5).png)](https://explore.msmu.edu/pillar-page-a-guide-to-graduate-programs-at-mount-saint-marys-university-los-angeles) ### 5. Unlimited entertainment and media Los Angeles provides extensive access to entertainment — with a vibrant music, food and media scene.  Mount Saint Mary’s Doheny Campus, where our graduate degree programs are offered, is centrally located to all that downtown Los Angeles has to offer, including LA Live, the Historic Core, Disney Music Hall, Olvera Street, Union Station (connected by the Expo Line, only a few blocks away), Little Tokyo, Koreatown and the Theater, Jewelry, Fashion, Flower and Financial Districts. Read more about our [Doheny Campus here](https://www.msmu.edu/about-the-mount/our-campuses/). 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