Good

Score: 64/100

California State University-Los Angeles

4-Year Public

📍 Los Angeles, California 90032

🌐 https://www.calstatela.edu/

Outcomes

68/100

Affordability

86/100

Resources

49/100

Experience

B+

78/100

Prestige

43/100

Quick Stats

25,080

Total Enrollment

53%

Graduation Rate

73%

Retention Rate

19.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

92%

Acceptance Rate

$4,551

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near California State University-Los Angeles ▼

12% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,959 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$800,326

Avg Monthly Rent

$2,423

1-Year Change

+3.0%

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For parents & investors

The California State University-Los Angeles Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $800,326
Avg rent near campus: $2,423/mo — vs ~$1,133/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 90012 (3.3% cap, Los Angeles)

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🏆 Where California State University-Los Angeles Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Radio and Television

of 63 schools

#13

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

of 100 schools

#14

Communication Sciences and Disorders, General

of 96 schools

#16

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

of 100 schools

#16

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General

of 94 schools

#24

Art/Art Studies, General

of 100 schools

#24

Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$5,742	$17,622
Room	$10,198
Board	$5,346
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$33,345	$45,225

Financial Aid

94%

Receive Any Aid

77%

Receive Pell Grants

15%

Take Out Loans

$4,551

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$2,855
$30,001 - $48,000	$3,231
$48,001 - $75,000	$5,373
$75,001 - $110,000	$8,813
$110,001+	$14,599

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 1,004 grads/yr Psychology, General 435 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 385 grads/yr Social Work 377 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 370 grads/yr Sociology, General 340 grads/yr Computer Science 264 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 212 grads/yr Public Health, General 190 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 187 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 185 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 173 grads/yr Radio and Television 167 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 167 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 144 grads/yr Communication Sciences and Disorders, General 141 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 128 grads/yr Information Technology 128 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 112 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 109 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from California State University-Los Angeles'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

25,080

Total Students

58%

Women

75%

Traditional Age (18-24)

12%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 5%

Hispanic 74%

Black 4%

Asian 10%

Two or More 2%

Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 14%

Off-Campus (Renters) 12%

With Family 74%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,959 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 49%

Hybrid (Some Online) 46%

Fully Online 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 75%

25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at California State University-Los Angeles?

California State University-Los Angeles has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend California State University-Los Angeles?

Tuition at California State University-Los Angeles is $5,742 for in-state students and $17,622 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,551.

What is the graduation rate at California State University-Los Angeles?

The graduation rate at California State University-Los Angeles is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is California State University-Los Angeles a good school?

California State University-Los Angeles has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend California State University-Los Angeles?

California State University-Los Angeles has a total enrollment of 25,080 students. Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near California State University-Los Angeles?

Yes! Approximately 12% of students at California State University-Los Angeles live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,959 students who need rental housing near campus.

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