Key Statistics

90.5%
Acceptance rate
70.2%
Graduation rate
82.4%
Retention rate
38,546
Total enrollment
$62,951
Median earnings (10yr)
$7,470
In-state tuition
$20,070
Out-of-state tuition
$6,555
Avg net price (after aid)
48.1%
% receiving Pell grants

About California State University-Fullerton

California State University-Fullerton is a public university located in Fullerton, California, with an enrollment of approximately 38,546 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 90.5%, making it broadly accessible, and retains 82.4% of its students from year to year. Its graduation rate stands at 70.2%.

CSU Fullerton is notably affordable, with in-state tuition of $7,470 per year and an average net price after financial aid of just $6,555. Nearly half of students โ€” 48.1% โ€” receive Pell Grants, reflecting the university's accessibility to lower-income learners. Graduates report median earnings of $62,951 ten years after enrollment. For those pursuing career-focused technical education, the university offers programs in Environmental Engineering.

Programs

CareerProgram nameDegreeFormatMedian earningsLink
๐ŸŒฟ Environmental Engineerโ€”Master'sOnlineโ€”School website โ†—

Student Success

🎓
70.2%
Graduation Rate
Share of students who complete their program
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$62,951
Median Earnings
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment

Enrollment Profile

GroupShare of enrollment
White13.2%
Black / African American2.5%
Hispanic / Latino56.2%
Asian20.8%