Our Faculty
At the heart of the Oxy academic experience is our faculty: committed teachers, engaged scholars and dedicated mentors.Sustainability at Oxy
The progressive spirit of the Oxy community has laid solid foundations for sustainability on campus and beyond—and many initiatives are student-led.Student Life at Oxy
A vibrant, close-knit liberal arts college experience in the heart of Los Angeles. That’s something you won’t find anywhere else.
COVID-19 Updates & Information
Get the latest updates on Oxy’s institutional planning on our COVID-19 website.
Liberal Arts in Los Angeles
Drawing on the cultural and intellectual resources of a global city,
Occidental provides a springboard for putting theory into practice and ideas into action.

Explore Your Passions
Oxy’s remarkable faculty of scholars, teachers and mentors are at the heart of the intellectual experience. An Oxy liberal arts education transcends boundaries, and with more than 40 majors and programs, academic rigor comes in many forms.
Academic Spotlight
Our one-of-a-kind program lets students learn about political campaigns and elections through first-hand experience.
100%
demonstrated financial need met
83%
recent graduates who participated in service learning at Oxy
8:1
student:faculty ratio
Discover Occidental
A vibrant, small liberal arts college experience in the heart of Los Angeles, one of the most stimulating and creative cities in the world. That’s something you won’t find anywhere else.
What’s Happening at Oxy

Featured News
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Between the Lines
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Apr16
America/Los_Angeles
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In Our Own Voice, Part III: Arts Leadership
2:45pm - 3:40pm
Apr16
America/Los_Angeles
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Brenda Jackson: Senior Comprehensive Production Lecture-Recital
4:00pm - 4:45pm
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America/Los_Angeles
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Zion Alcindor: Senior Comprehensive Production Lecture-Recital
4:45pm - 5:30pm
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