California State University-San Bernardino
California State University-San Bernardino

California State University-San Bernardino

San Bernardino, CA, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

With a campus nestled in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, California State University-San Bernardino is a 4-year public institution and part of the Cal State system. An Hispanic-serving institution, Cal State San Bernardino is home to six colleges offering undergraduate degrees. In addition to classroom facilities, CSUSB features a security analysis lab, glass blowing facilities, and simulation laboratories. For artistically-inclined students, the CSUSB campus hosts the Robert & Frances Fullerton Museum of Art and Indian Wells Theater.

Acceptance Rate:
91%
Average Net Price:
$8,492
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
17
Average SAT Composite
985

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$8,492
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$7,675
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$19,555
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$12,996
Books and Supplies
$788
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$5,949
$30k - $48k
$6,490
$48k - $75k
$8,999
$75k - $110k
$12,729
$110k+
$16,487
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
54%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
59%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,871
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
59%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,451
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$5,691

 

Students receiving state aid
50%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2443
Students receiving federal aid
63%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,451
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$114,382,480
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$37,281,637

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
18%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$4,827
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,616
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$143
Students receiving federal loans
18%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,619
Average Other Loans Per Year
$8,087

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
0
100
91%
Acceptance Rate
15501
Students Applied
50%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
1922
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionNovember 30June 1

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Application Fee
$70
Fee waivers available
Applications Accepted
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
98%
24%
Submitting ACT
98%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 17
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 985
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
450
75th
540
Reading
25th
460
75th
540
3.4
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
527
$30k - $48k
330
$48k - $75k
299
$75k - $110k
128
$110k+
115

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 909-537-5188
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
19,803
Total Number of Undergrads
17,034
0
100
19%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
59%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
23:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • ROTC Air Force
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
22%
20-39 Students
51%
40-99 Students
19%
100+ Students
6%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
66

Faculty Overview

0
100
47%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
38%
62%
Residency
In-State Students
98%
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
24
Countries Represented
76
Ethnicity
African American
5%
Asian/Pacific Islander
6%
Hispanic
71%
White
10%
Multiracial
2%
Unknown
3%
Percent of First Generation Students
60%
Student Organizations
150
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is checked
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
6%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
8%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Coyotes
School Colors
black and blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
99
Total Female Athletes
134
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Soccer
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading-Dance Team
  • Cross Country
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
California State University-San Bernardino Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$48,800
Top 5 Cities
Los Angeles
Orange
San Diego
San Francisco
Phoenix
Top 5 Employers
California State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino HR
Kaiser Permanente
Amazon
County of Riverdale
Top 5 Sectors
Healthcare Services
Business Development
Education
Operations
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,616
Loan Default Rate
6%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$143
I am about to start my sophmore year in fall 2009 and cannot wait. My freshman year was amazing. I learned many things in class that I used outside of class. Professors take the time to answer questions students may have, and make convenient office hours for us. I know this school has a lot to offer to present and future students.
Sandy from Apple Valley, CA
Most of the classes are very Informative and especially on the small clases. Made time for one on one conversations with the proffesor and instructor when I needed help.
Jovany from Los Angeles, CA
san bernardino is a great campus filled with caring staff and teachers. we have great majors that have won awards, like our business program for example. also, our beautiful campus provides us with many opportunities to lie out on the grass and study or have a picnic with friends.
Jessica from San Bernardino, CA
Staff at CSUSB have all completely exceeded my expectations. Many of the staff and teachers here are completely passionate about their subject, and it shows. Every staff member I have met is completely willing to lend you a hand during their office hours, so if you ever get lost will free to ask them. Many staff members will also find ways to help you to improve your grade if you are struggling, just don't be afraid to ask! I have personally learned a lot in just one year and can't wait to continue!
Joseph from Rialto, CA
College teaches you things you will actually use. Each lesson is applicable to your life and each quarter you get more and more to grow on and feed off of as you live your first years in adult life. CSUSB will teach you the things that high school never could; and yes, it's true... you do learn something new every day.
Alyson from Riverside, CA
All of the teachers that I've had have been very supportive and willing to spend time with each and everyone of their students! It helps alot with the quarter system because it goes by so fast!!
Katy from Pomona, CA
I've heard from previous teachers and friends that attended CSUSB that the faculty is great and they received the the best education.
Erick from Riverside, CA
California State University of San Bernardino was an excellent choice for me. I went there for 5 years and even got to explore another campus while still being a CSUSB student with their National Student Exchange program. The professors there are professional, insightful, and fun, and the classwork is easy to understand and complete.
Corri from Provo, UT
The key to college is being involved, you always want to be in a club, a Greek organization or even on a sports team. Not only does this boost your resume but it also gives you something to do in your free time, makes connections with faculty and students, and can actually help you in school because you tend to keep good grades when you are motivated by others.
Highly Involved Student
This is my second year in Cal State San Bernardino and I love it here. The teachers are good enough to care about your education and are available when you need them. They always give you their office hours which lets me know that they welcome us whenever we may have questions.
We have a quarter system here in San Bernardino that makes the year go by really quick. Although we are cramming all the information in a ten week period, the teachers makes sure we have anything we need to pass the course.
I love the quarter system because it makes the year go by faster but I do not like that we are on a strict schedule. I love most of the teachers I've had but of course not all universities are perfect there are some that slip.
Ruth from San Diego, CA