California State University-Monterey Bay

California State University-Monterey Bay is a four-years, public school located in Seaside, CA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The CSUMB's 2024 tuition & fees is $7,437 for California residents and $19,317 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 67% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,546.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 7,045 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
CSUMB ranked 66th in California Colleges rankings. California State University-Monterey Bay 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-Monterey Bay is $7,437 for in-state students and $19,317 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $8,871 for in-state students and $18,375 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,553 for California residents and $19,432 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,986 for California residents and $18,490 for out-of-state students.
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,437$19,317
Graduate$8,871$18,375
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,553$19,432
Graduate$8,986$18,490
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-Monterey Bay is 94.83% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 8.45%. The average graduation rate is 61%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 7,045 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 CSUMB Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »94.83% Acceptance Rate / 8.45% Yield
Graduation Rate »61%
Transfer-out Rate6%
Retention Rate79%(full-time), 42% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.00% (20 to 1)
Student Population »7,045 (6,248 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,546

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.
CSUMB Offered Programs
Graduate Programs

On-Campus Students Services

California State University-Monterey Bay offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at CSUMB
Learning Opportunities
ROTCNo
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-Monterey Bay Directory Information

Address100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA 93955-8001
Phone831-582-3000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedMaster's degree
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