Cal State Long Beach Student Outcomes
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Graduation Rate
Graduation Rate
Percent of students graduating within 150% of normal completion time
66% vs. 41.9% national medianBachelor's degree within 6 years
54% vs. 58% national medianA college's graduation rate is a strong indication of its effectiveness and your potential to find success at a school. These statistics measure the percentage of first-time, full-time students who earned a bachelor degree within four, five or six years from California State University Long Beach. For comparison, approximately 58% of starting students nationally earn a bachelor's degree within six years. California State University Long Beach is less effective than average in terms of graduating students.
Post Graduation Earnings
Post Graduation Earnings
Average Salary After 10 Years
$51,100 vs. $34,300 national median10 years after enrolling, the average income of former California State University Long Beach students who are working and no longer in school is $51,100, which is 49% higher than the national median.
Data sources, U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / Department of Treasury
Student Loan Debt
Student Loan Debt Upon Graduation
Median Student Loan Debt for Graduates
$15,000Percent of students receiving Federal Loans
38%Student Loan Repayment
Median Loan Payment
$155 per monthPercent of students actively repaying their loans
69% vs. 47% national averageIf you are having trouble affording your Cal State Long Beach student loan debt, explore your options.
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110583.
Earnings data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / Department of Treasury.
Last updated: August 2026