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California State University Fullerton

Fullerton, California

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Overview

Enrollment

40,386
California State University Fullerton overview
Location Fullerton, California
Online fullerton.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Midsize City
California State University Fullerton overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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California State University-Fullerton (CSUF), located in Fullerton, California, is a comprehensive institution within proximity to Los Angeles. Founded in 1957, CSUF has grown to become one of the largest universities in the California State University system. The suburban campus spans 236 acres and showcases a blend of modern and traditional architectural styles. While the university serves a diverse student body with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, it is particularly recognized for its business administration, communications, and education courses. CSUF maintains a selective admission process. Student housing options are available, catering to a portion of the university's population. Noteworthy is the institution's athletic participation in NCAA Division I as the Titans, with a particular emphasis on baseball, which has a history of notable success.

In the most recent statistical year 48,748 prospective students applied, and 32,527 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 5,280 enrolled in the school.  30,089 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 10,297 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $1,265. Cal State Fullerton is ranked 699 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

5/10

Academics

3/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

5/10

Value

Cal State Fullerton is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for California State University Fullerton within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Very Easy
California State University Fullerton overview
SAT 1000/1180
ACT 18/23
GPA 3.77

Applications Accepted

66.7% 
California State University Fullerton overview
Applications Due Nov 30, 2023
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $70

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$5,742
In State Costs for California State University Fullerton
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,080
Other Fees$1,265
Room and Board $16,702
Budget for Other Expenses$3,042
Total One Year Cost$27,831

Out of State Resident Tuition

$17,622
Out of State Costs for California State University Fullerton
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,080
Other Fees$1,265
Room and Board $16,702
Budget for Other Expenses$3,042
Total One Year Cost$39,711

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$49,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

50% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by California State University Fullerton students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 25%
Communication 14%
Social Sciences 8%
Health Professions 7%
Psychology 6%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110565 IPEDS survey data for California State University Fullerton.

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