Good

Score: 62/100

California State University-Northridge

4-Year Public

📍 Northridge, California 91330

🌐 https://www.csun.edu/

Outcomes

70/100

Affordability

B+

77/100

Resources

45/100

Experience

B+

75/100

Prestige

46/100

Quick Stats

37,760

Total Enrollment

56%

Graduation Rate

74%

Retention Rate

21.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

93%

Acceptance Rate

$8,222

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near California State University-Northridge ▼

12% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 4,569 students who need housing.

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🏆 Where California State University-Northridge Ranks

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

Radio and Television

of 63 schools

#11

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General

of 94 schools

#11

Communication Sciences and Disorders, General

of 96 schools

#12

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

of 100 schools

#14

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

of 100 schools

#22

Art/Art Studies, General

of 100 schools

#29

Business Administration and Management, General

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$5,742	$17,622
Room	$7,573
Board	$5,098
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$24,271	$36,151

Financial Aid

87%

Receive Any Aid

63%

Receive Pell Grants

21%

Take Out Loans

$8,222

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$5,153
$30,001 - $48,000	$6,277
$48,001 - $75,000	$8,897
$75,001 - $110,000	$13,510
$110,001+	$18,688

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 1,280 grads/yr Psychology, General 1,057 grads/yr Radio and Television 426 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 396 grads/yr Sociology, General 389 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 383 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 351 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 326 grads/yr Computer Science 316 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 280 grads/yr Accounting 277 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 255 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 238 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 210 grads/yr Communication Sciences and Disorders, General 205 grads/yr Public Health, General 197 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 185 grads/yr Public Administration 173 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 171 grads/yr Social Work 150 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from California State University-Northridge'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

37,760

Total Students

55%

Women

78%

Traditional Age (18-24)

12%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%

Hispanic 54%

Black 5%

Asian 9%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 47%

Off-Campus (Renters) 12%

With Family 41%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~4,569 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 41%

Hybrid (Some Online) 51%

Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%

25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at California State University-Northridge?

California State University-Northridge has an acceptance rate of 93%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

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

Tuition at California State University-Northridge is $5,742 for in-state students and $17,622 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,222.

What is the graduation rate at California State University-Northridge?

The graduation rate at California State University-Northridge is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is California State University-Northridge a good school?

California State University-Northridge has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (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 (C): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend California State University-Northridge?

California State University-Northridge has a total enrollment of 37,760 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near California State University-Northridge?

Yes! Approximately 12% of students at California State University-Northridge live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 4,569 students who need rental housing near campus.

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