B+
Very Good
Score: 73/100
California State University-Long Beach
4-Year
Public
📍 Long Beach, California 90840
Quick Stats
40,278
Total Enrollment
70%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
47%
Acceptance Rate
$9,731
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where California State University-Long Beach Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,742 | $17,622 |
| Room | $9,160 | |
| Board | $4,934 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $28,416 | $40,296 |
Financial Aid
82%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
$9,731
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $5,477 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $6,191 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $9,063 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $12,787 |
| $110,001+ | $18,575 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Business Administration and Management, General
1,681 grads/yr
Psychology, General
745 grads/yr
Computer Science
493 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
356 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
354 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
347 grads/yr
Sociology, General
315 grads/yr
English Language and Literature, General
299 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
293 grads/yr
Social Work
284 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
278 grads/yr
Mechanical Engineering
269 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
237 grads/yr
Film/Cinema/Media Studies
230 grads/yr
Art/Art Studies, General
228 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
225 grads/yr
Fine/Studio Arts, General
207 grads/yr
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
206 grads/yr
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
194 grads/yr
Political Science and Government, General
184 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from California State University-Long Beach's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
40,278
Total Students
59%
Women
82%
Traditional Age (18-24)
11%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
15%
Hispanic
50%
Black
4%
Asian
20%
Two or More
5%
Non-Resident
4%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
49%
Off-Campus (Renters)
11%
With Family
40%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~4,471 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
49%
Hybrid (Some Online)
46%
Fully Online
5%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
82%
25-64 (Adult)
16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at California State University-Long Beach?
California State University-Long Beach has an acceptance rate of 47%.
This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend California State University-Long Beach?
Tuition at California State University-Long Beach is
$5,742 for in-state students
and $17,622 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,731.
What is the graduation rate at California State University-Long Beach?
The graduation rate at California State University-Long Beach is 70%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is California State University-Long Beach a good school?
California State University-Long Beach has a Repit College Score of 73/100 (Grade: B+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend California State University-Long Beach?
California State University-Long Beach has a total enrollment of 40,278 students.
Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near California State University-Long Beach?
Yes! Approximately 11% of students at California State University-Long Beach live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 4,471 students who need rental housing near campus.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology