Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Fullerton, California |
| Online | fullerton.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
California State University, Fullerton occupies a 236-acre campus in Orange County, situated 25 miles southeast of Los Angeles and 6 miles north of Anaheim. The campus features a mix of modern and mid-century architecture, with recent expansions including state-of-the-art business and engineering facilities. As part of the California State University system, CSUF serves as a comprehensive public institution with competitive admission standards and is recognized for its business administration, communications, and engineering programs. The university maintains eight colleges offering undergraduate and graduate degrees, with business and communications being among the largest academic divisions. Most first-year students commute to campus, though student housing is available through several on-campus residence halls and apartment complexes.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Cal State Fullerton is rated within the lower 41% 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 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#786 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#283 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#48 in Best Colleges in California
#18 in Best Public Colleges in California
#65 in Best Value Colleges in California
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1000/1180 |
| ACT | 18/23 |
| GPA | 3.77 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $965 |
| Other Fees | $1,331 |
| Room and Board | $18,348 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,254 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,640 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $965 |
| Other Fees | $1,331 |
| Room and Board | $18,348 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,254 |
| Total One Year Cost | $42,520 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| 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.
Current students may use the California State University Fullerton GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025