Acceptance Rate
91%
“Sunny Orange County commuter powerhouse churning out business grads and performers from a palm-shaded campus.”
Fullerton, CA
Location
Large Suburb
Campus Setting
Nestled in suburban Fullerton, CSUF sits in one of California's priciest regions, where beach towns and theme parks like Knott's Berry Farm beckon just minutes away, but expect traffic snarls and rents that stretch budgets. The surrounding Orange County offers internships galore in entertainment and tech, yet the commuter culture means building your own social circle rather than relying on dorm bonds. Tradeoffs include limited on-campus housing for upperclassmen and a spread-out layout that rewards bikers over walkers.
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CSUF shines in hands-on fields like the Mihaylo College of Business, which enrolls thousands in accounting, finance, and marketing, alongside strong programs in communications, education, nursing, and performing arts. In classrooms, expect energetic lectures in large halls for intro courses, shrinking to seminars as you advance, with professors who prioritize career prep through projects and internships. Research opportunities exist for motivated undergrads, especially in business analytics or public health, but the sheer scale means competing for spots in impacted majors like computer science.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
38,760 undergrad • 4,902 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
15%
Black / African American
2%
Hispanic / Latino
52%
Asian
21%
Other / Multi-racial
9%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Fullerton, CA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Traditions like the Titan Walk before home games build spirit, but the vibe stays laid-back—less rah-rah frenzy, more steady hustle amid perpetual sunshine. High living costs push many off-campus, blending campus energy with apartment parties in Fullerton’s walkable downtown.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
Big West Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
No
Veteran’s Programs Available
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
82%
4 Years Graduation Rate
59%
6 Years Graduation Rate
79%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$62,951
82% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at California State University-Fullerton and return in the fall. 59% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 79% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
59%
4-5 years
20%
6-8 years
2%
Non-grad
19%
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Key Statistics
Type
Public
Tuition
$5,742
Acceptance
91%
Undergrads
38,760
4-Year Grad Rate
59%
Endowment
$131M
Fullerton, CA 92831-3599
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