Join Beach XP Through Your College
Academics, Resources, Identity, and Community are core tenets of Beach XP. While each college offers their students a unique journey, all students will have access to the Beach XPerience Learning Hub!
The hub is an asynchronous online destination designed as a one-stop shop for all program resources. Through Canvas, students can access peer mentorship opportunities, campus navigation support, and exclusive content like the Beach XP podcast, ensuring a seamless and enriching learning experience.
Level up your CSULB experience and discover what your college Beach XP learning community has planned for you. Below you will find unique college-specific benefits and eligibility criteria for every college. We are excited to help you navigate your first year at The Beach!
Who is eligible?
College of the Arts offers Beach XP learning communities to first time, first year students enrolled in the following departments:
- Cinematic Arts
- Theater
- Dance
What are the benefits of joining COTA Beach XP?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/FYE Course** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience | |||
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X |
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*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
While each cohort may have some unique program features, all will incorporate the following benefits:
- Classes with peers in your major
- Mentorship
- Peer mentoring
- Peer connection
- Help navigating campus resources
- Connections to campus services
- Team building activities
How do I apply?
If you are in one of the following majors, you will be automatically enrolled into a Beach XP learning community:
- Cinematic Arts
- Theater
- Dance
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Anthony Byrnes
Associate Dean
Anthony.Byrnes@csulb.edu
Learn more about College of the Arts.
Who is eligible?
First time, First year College of Business students are eligible to join the College of Business' Beach XP. Criteria for joining are based on English and Math placement components. All students are encouraged to apply, acceptance into program is contingent on space.
What are the benefits of joining COB Beach XP?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/FYE Course** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience | |||
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X | X | X |
*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
Students enrolled in a COB Beach XP cohort can look forward to the following perks:
- Tutoring and learning support
- Review sessions
- Peer advisors
- Designated Academic Advisor
- Activities that facilitate bonding and self-sufficient skills to be successful in undergrad
- Opportunities to connect with Faculty
- Guest speakers from each major option, including study abroad
- Help navigating the Student Center for Professional Development
- First Time, First Year Mandatory Advising
- Connections to the Associated Business Students Organizations Council and other COB clubs and organizations
- CSULB policy information, including on withdrawals, grade forgiveness, and educational leave
How do I apply?
For any additional questions, please contact Emma Nguyen, the COB Beach XP Coordinator, at Emma.Nguyen@csulb.edu .
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Emma Nguyen
Advisor/Special Initiative
Emma.Nguyen@csulb.edu
Learn more about the College of Business.
Who is eligible?
All First time, first year students are eligible to join College of Education’s Beach XP learning community. We would like to prioritize students who need additional support in their English & Math Placements. Students who are commuters to campus, coming out of state, moving away from home, have no college or dual enrollment credit, or are first generation are encouraged to apply.
What are the benefits of CED Beach XP?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/FYE Course** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience | X | ||
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X | X | X |
*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
Students enrolled in CED Beach XP can look forward to the following perks:
- A dedicated Beach XP advisor
- Community of practice
- Community building activities
- Classes with peers in your major
- Academic Advising
- Academic & informational presentations from various campus departments at CSULB
- Assigned peer mentor to support you in your time in Beach XP
How do I apply?
Applications for CED Beach XP for fall 2025 will open April 12th & close on May 19th, 2025.
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Hedrick Flores
CED Program Coordinator & Advisor
Hedrick.Flores@csulb.edu
Learn more about the College of Education.
The College of Engineering has hosted a learning community program for the last decade. Now, COE will expand its Beach Engineering Student Success Team (BESST) with its participation in Beach XP.
Who is eligible?
Incoming first-time-freshmen with pre-engineering majors who place in:
• Foundations for Essential Algebra (MATH 92A) AND Essential Algebra A (MATH 112A)
• Pre-Calculus (MATH 111) AND Trigonometry (MATH 113)
• Calculus 1 (MATH 122)
*Please note: Students with AP Calculus credit are not eligible for the BESST/Beach XP program. Kindly ensure your scores are submitted to CSULB.
What are the benefits of joining BESST/Beach XP?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/FYE Course** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience |
| ||
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X | X | X |
*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
Students who join can look forward to the following perks:
- Dedicated BESST/BeachXP Academic Advisor
- Opportunities to form friendships
- Chance to connect with BESST alumni, faculty and staff
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Communal workspace reserved for BESST/Beach XP students
- Scholarship opportunities dedicated to BESST students and Alumni
- Opportunities to meet with industry representatives and members of students' clubs
- Recreational activities
For additional details please visit our BESST Website: https://www.csulb.edu/college-of-engineering/besst
How do I apply?
Apply for BESST/Beach XP here.
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Aimee Reyes
BESST/Beach XP Program Coordinator
COE-BESST@csulb.edu
Learn more about the College of Engineering.
Who is eligible?
All first-time, first-year CHHS students are eligible.
What are the benefits of joining CHHS Beach XP?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/ FYE Course** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience | X | ||
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X | X | X |
*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
Key perks of CHHS Beach XP include the following:
- Meet new people
- Social and wellness activities
- Campus tours
- Study groups
- Academic support
- Athletic events
How do I apply?
No application is necessary. Students will be randomly selected for the program and will have the opportunity to opt out of the program via a link received through e-mail.
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Anastasia Heynen
CHHS Lecturer
Anastasia.Blevins@csulb.edu
Learn more about the College of Health and Human Services.
The College of Liberal Arts has helped students jump-start their experience at CSULB through Learning Communities for more than 30 years. Beach XP provides an opportunity for CLA students to connect with the campus, peers, faculty, and advisors.
Who is eligible?
CLA Beach XP is available to first-time, first-year majors in the College of Liberal Arts. You can join a CLA Beach XP community when you attend the Student Orientation Advising and Registration (SOAR) Program to register for your fall classes. If you have any questions, please contact atlas@csulb.edu.
What are the benefits of joining CLA Beach XP?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/FYE Course** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience |
| ||
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X | X | X |
*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
Students who join CLA Beach XP can look forward to the following perks:
- Students who join CLA Beach XP can look forward to the following perks:
- Exclusive access to a courses designed to support your transition to college life, promote your perosonal health and well-being, and to foster healthy relationships with your peers (and, yes, you get college credit for it!)
- Opportunities to connect with your first-year community by taking classes together, enjoying social activities with your peers, learning about campus services, and much more
- Special access to academic support, tutoring, and other academic resources
- Learn more about the College of Liberal Arts and its many internship, study abroad, and research opportunities
How do I apply?
You can join a CLA Beach XP community when you attend the Student Orientation Advising and Registration (SOAR) Program to register for your fall classes.
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Learn more about the College of Liberal Arts.
Who is eligible?
Intended students who will be enrolled in any of the following courses: MATH 113, MATH 119A, MATH 122, CHEM 102 or CHEM 111A during the Fall 2025 semester.
What are the benefits of joining Science and Math Beach XP?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/FYE Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience |
| ||
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X | X | X |
*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
Get access to amazing benefits:
- Stronger Skills – Improve your academic skills with extra support.
- Reserved Classes – Get priority access to select first-year courses.
- Study Groups – Work with students in your major.
- Success Workshops – Learn tips for school and career success.
- Early Research Info – Hear about research and internship opportunities.
- Peer Connections – Make friends and build your network.
- Tutoring Help – Get support from experienced math and science tutors.
- One-on-One Mentoring – Get guidance from upperclassmen.
- Faculty Connections – Meet and learn from your professors.
- Advising Support – Get help navigating your first year.
- No cost to join!
How do I apply?
Students who are interested in joining CNSM Beach XP must submit an interest form.
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Learn more about the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.
Who is eligible?
The University Center for Undergraduate Advising (UCUA) offers Beach XP for students who are exploring careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Additionally, students who are exploring career fields in healthcare, such as nursing, are eligible for Beach XP with UCUA.
What are the benefits of joining Beach XP for Exploration?
| BXP Program | Full-Service Learning Hub * | 1 or 2 Cohorted Classes | In-Person Activity Hour/FYE Course** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach XPerience | X | X | |
| Cohorted Beach XPerience | X | X | X |
*Upon completion of the full-service learning hub on Canvas, students will receive a digital badge and a custom Beach XP hat.
**First-Year Experience (FYE) Course - Students will enroll in a course for credit offered by the college and the instructor will embed activities that help support course learning outcomes.
- Smaller class sizes and personalized contact with instructors
- Various social activities will be offered inside and outside of the classroom.
- Tutoring and mentorship opportunities
- Dedicated support with connections to career services, academic advisors, financial aid counseling, and more!
Indicate your interest
You can indicate your interest in joining Beach XP when you complete the First-Time/First-Year survey in late May. Your UCUA academic advisor will provide additional details when you meet with them for academic advising and course registration during SOAR.
Have a question about Beach XP? Reach out to your college contact:
Learn more about the University Center for Undergraduate Advising.
For general questions about the Beach XP program, email us at BeachXP@csulb.edu.
