California State University-Northridge
Northridge, California · Public
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$44,372
Acceptance Rate
93%
Graduation Rate
56%
Annual Tuition
$7,095
Quick answer
According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of California State University-Northridge earn a median of $59,115 ten years after entry — 9% above the national median. Acceptance rate 93.2%, in-state tuition $7,095.
At a Glance
Total Students
32,357
Retention Rate
74%
Faculty Ratio
21
Financial Aid
23%
Median Debt
$13,872
Campus Setting
City
Institution Type
Public
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 in-state tuition is $7,095.
One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $36,905. Five years after graduation, the median earnings increase to $44,372, and after ten years, the median earnings are $59,115. The median debt for graduates is $13,872. Over one-fifth of students receive financial aid, with 22.6% receiving assistance.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$37k
1 YEAR
$44k
5 YEARS
$59k
10 YEARS
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. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $59,115. The median debt for graduates is $13,872.
The university has a high acceptance rate of 93.2%. The graduation rate is 56.1%, and the retention rate is 74.4%. The in-state tuition is $7,095. A total of 22.6% of students receive financial aid.
Popular Programs
Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.
Psychology, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Sociology
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Public Health
Finance and Financial Management Services
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
Communication and Media Studies
Marketing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Accounting and Related Services
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Fine and Studio Arts
Biology, General
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
Public Administration
Mechanical Engineering
Health and Medical Administrative Services
English Language and Literature, General
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Political Science and Government
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Social Work
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Campus Location
Northridge, California
Northridge, CA 91330
California State University-Northridge is located in Northridge, California. The campus is in a city setting.