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California State University-Los Angeles

Los Angeles, California · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,702

Acceptance Rate

92%

Graduation Rate

52%

Annual Tuition

$6,813

At a Glance

Total Students

21,478

Retention Rate

73%

Faculty Ratio

19

Financial Aid

20%

Median Debt

$13,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

California State University-Los Angeles is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 91.9% and a student body of 21,478. The in-state tuition is $6,813. The median debt for students is $13,000, and 20.4% of students receive financial aid.

The university's graduation rate is 52%, and the retention rate is 72.9%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $37,248. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,702, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $59,211.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$37k

1 YEAR

$46k

5 YEARS

$59k

10 YEARS

Top 49% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, alumni from California State University-Los Angeles earn a median of $37,248. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $45,702. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $59,211. The median debt for graduates is $13,000.

The university has a 52% graduation rate and a 72.9% retention rate. The acceptance rate is 91.9%. 20.4% of students receive financial aid. In-state tuition costs $6,813.

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Campus Location

Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles, CA 90032-8506

California State University-Los Angeles is located in Los Angeles, California. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

California State University-Los Angeles has an acceptance rate of 91.9%.