Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Camarillo, California |
| Online | csuci.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) occupies the former grounds of Camarillo State Mental Hospital in Camarillo, California, situated midway between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara in Ventura County. The campus, which opened in 2002 as the newest addition to the California State University system, features Spanish Colonial Revival architecture across its 1,200-acre footprint, including the distinctive Bell Tower building and mission-style courtyards. CSUCI operates as a public institution emphasizing undergraduate education, with notable programs in business, nursing, biology, and environmental science and resource management. The university maintains several residence halls housing students on its suburban campus, which is set against the backdrop of the Santa Monica Mountains and surrounded by protected nature preserves. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CSUCI serves a diverse student population primarily from Southern California.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.22 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 30, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $906 |
| Other Fees | $1,075 |
| Room and Board | $14,200 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,714 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,637 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $906 |
| Other Fees | $1,075 |
| Room and Board | $14,200 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,714 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,517 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Psychology | 16% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Communication | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=441937 IPEDS survey data for California State University Channel Islands.
Current students may use the California State University Channel Islands GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025