Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Arcata, California |
| Online | humboldt.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Arcata, California, Humboldt State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 7,013 prospective students applied, and 6,414 were granted admission. Of those admitted 629 enrolled in the school. 5,055 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 853 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $2,122. Humboldt State University is ranked 767 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Humboldt State University is rated within the lower 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Humboldt State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#767 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#286 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#49 in Best Colleges in California
#19 in Best Public Colleges in California
#115 in Best Value Colleges in California
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1190 |
| ACT | 17/25 |
| GPA | 3.33 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 30, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,070 |
| Other Fees | $2,122 |
| Room and Board | $12,540 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,344 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,818 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,070 |
| Other Fees | $2,122 |
| Room and Board | $12,540 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,344 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,698 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Natural Resources Conservation | 12% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=115755 IPEDS survey data for Humboldt State University.
Current students may use the Humboldt State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.