California State University-Long Beach

California State University-Long Beach is a four-years, public school located in Long Beach, CA. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at R2 University comparison page.
The Cal State Long Beach's 2024 tuition & fees is $7,008 for California residents and $18,888 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 71% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,847.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 38,973 and the students to faculty ratio is 22 to 1 (4.55%).
Cal State Long Beach ranked 40th in California Colleges rankings. California State University-Long Beach is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of California State University-Long Beach is $7,008 for in-state students and $18,888 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $8,442 for in-state students and $17,946 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,134 for California residents and $19,013 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,568 for California residents and $18,071 for out-of-state students.
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,008$18,888
Graduate$8,442$17,946
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,134$19,013
Graduate$8,568$18,071
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at California State University-Long Beach is 47.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.00%. The average graduation rate is 72%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 38,973 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 Cal State Long Beach Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »47.00% Acceptance Rate / 15.00% Yield
Graduation Rate »72%
Transfer-out Rate2%
Retention Rate85%(full-time), 67% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio4.55% (22 to 1)
Student Population »38,973 (32,931 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,847

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.
Cal State Long Beach Offered Programs
Graduate Programs
Online Programs

On-Campus Students Services

California State University-Long Beach offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Cal State Long Beach
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

California State University-Long Beach Directory Information

Address1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840-0115
Phone562-985-4111
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree
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