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California State University-Long Beach

Long Beach, California · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$50,062

Acceptance Rate

47%

Graduation Rate

71%

Annual Tuition

$7,008

At a Glance

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Total Students

34,131

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Retention Rate

85%

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Faculty Ratio

19

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Financial Aid

24%

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Median Debt

$14,289

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

California State University-Long Beach is a public institution with a large student body of over 34,000. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting about 47% of applicants. The university retains a high percentage of students, with a retention rate of 85%. Over 71% of students graduate. The in-state tuition is $7,008.

Graduates experience a positive return on their investment. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $38,082, increasing to $50,062 after five years and $64,403 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $14,289. Over 24% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$38k

1 YEAR

$50k

5 YEARS

$64k

10 YEARS

Top 32% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, alumni of California State University-Long Beach earn a median of $38,082. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $50,062, and after ten years, median earnings reach $64,403. The median debt for graduates is $14,289.

The university has a student body of 34,131 students, with an acceptance rate of 47.1%. The graduation rate is 71.3%, and the retention rate is 85.3%. The in-state tuition is $7,008, and 24.1% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Long Beach, California

Long Beach, CA 90840-0115

California State University-Long Beach is located in Long Beach, California. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

California State University-Long Beach has an acceptance rate of 47%.