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California State University-Northridge

Northridge, California · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$44,372

Acceptance Rate

93%

Graduation Rate

56%

Annual Tuition

$7,095

At a Glance

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Total Students

32,357

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Retention Rate

74%

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Faculty Ratio

21

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Financial Aid

23%

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Median Debt

$13,872

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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-Northridge is a public institution with a large student body of over 32,000. The university has a high acceptance rate of 93.2%. Over three-quarters of students return for their second year, with a retention rate of 74.4%. The graduation rate is 56.1%. The average in-state tuition is $7,095.

Graduates see a return on their investment with median earnings of $36,905 one year after graduation, increasing to $44,372 after five years, and $59,115 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $13,872. Over one-fifth of students receive financial aid, with a rate of 22.6%.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$37k

1 YEAR

$44k

5 YEARS

$59k

10 YEARS

Top 55% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, alumni from California State University-Northridge earn a median of $36,905. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $44,372, and after ten years, median earnings reach $59,115. The median debt for graduates is $13,872.

The university has a high acceptance rate of 93.2% and a graduation rate of 56.1%. The retention rate is 74.4%. The in-state tuition is $7,095, and 22.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Northridge, California

Northridge, CA 91330

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

California State University-Northridge has an acceptance rate of 93%.