Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hayward, California |
| Online | csueastbay.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
California State University East Bay occupies a hilltop location in Hayward, California, approximately 25 miles southeast of San Francisco, offering panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay Area. The main campus, established in 1957, features modern academic buildings and student facilities spread across 342 acres in the East Bay hills. CSU East Bay operates as a public university within the California State University system, serving a diverse student population with both undergraduate and graduate programs, and maintains additional satellite campuses in Concord and Oakland. The university is recognized for its business administration, healthcare administration, and education programs, while also offering comprehensive studies in science, liberal arts, and technology. Students can choose from various housing options in the six residential communities on campus, with first-year students typically residing in the Pioneer Heights student housing complex.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Oct 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,003 |
| Other Fees | $1,313 |
| Room and Board | $16,480 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,978 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,516 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,003 |
| Other Fees | $1,313 |
| Room and Board | $16,480 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,978 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,396 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Work and Family Studies | 6% |
| Psychology | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110574 IPEDS survey data for California State University East Bay.
Current students may use the California State University East Bay GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025