ACCEPTANCE RATE
91.9%
More selective than 86% of listed universities.
SelectiveAccessible
Public University
California State University, Los Angeles
California State University, Los Angeles, is a prominent public university located in the heart of Los Angeles, devoted to student success and community engagement.
91.9%ACCEPTANCE
$4,551AVG NET PRICE
53%GRAD RATE
25.1KSTUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Los Angeles, CAcity
THE SIGNATURE
California State University, Los Angeles Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is a distinguished public institution founded in 1947. Situated in a vibrant urban setting, it serves over 25,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of academic programs across more than 100 undergraduate and graduate disciplines, including doctoral programs. As a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal State LA emphasizes diversity and inclusion, striving to support the success of all students.
The campus is characterized by a commitment to engagement, service, and the public good, which is evident in its outstanding ranking for upward mobility—recognized as the number one institution in the nation for helping students improve their economic prospects. Cal State LA fosters a vibrant student life with over 100 student organizations, enriching activities, and athletic events, all while providing valuable hands-on learning experiences. The surrounding area of Los Angeles offers a rich cultural backdrop, ensuring that students have abundant opportunities for connection and exploration outside the classroom.
AT A GLANCE
TypePublicFour or more years
Founded1947
Settingcity175 acres
Calendarsemester
Religious affiliationNone reported
Athletics—
GETTING IN
Admissions
California State University, Los Angeles, has an acceptance rate of 91.9%, welcoming a diverse student population of around 32,748 applicants. The university is committed to providing educational opportunities for a wide range of prospective students.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
SAT range is not reported.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Nov 30regular
Undergraduate application fee $70.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$6,818/yr
Out-of-state: $6,818/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
$75,001–$110,000
$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$4,551/yr
▲ 69% since 2020-2185% receive aid
Average aid package $11,682.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
Cal State LA is known for its comprehensive academic offerings, including over 100 undergraduate programs and multiple graduate-level and doctoral programs. The university emphasizes engaged teaching and public service, preparing students to meet the challenges of today's world.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
19:1
25.3% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
6-year graduation rate
53%
▲ 7 pts since 2016
First-year retention
73%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
68
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Business Administration and Management, General.16%
Psychology, General.7.4%
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.7.2%
Sociology, General.7%
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.6.6%
Social Work.5%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
On-campus beds
2,483
Housing for approximately 11% of students.
Students needing off-campus housing
22.3K
Estimated from enrollment and reported on-campus housing capacity.
Setting
city
175 campus acres.
IN CONTEXT
Cal State LA vs. peer institutions
How Cal State LA compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
California State University, Los Angeles
$4,551
San Diego State University
$19,500
San Jose State University
$13,833
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$59,211
Compared with earnings for graduates of similar universities.
Working after 10 yrs
90%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
80.7%
80.7% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
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