California State University, Long Beach
Founded 1949
President Jane Close Conoley (President)
Fees USD 6,950
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB / The Beach) is one of the largest universities in California, founded in 1949. CSULB enrolls approximately 38,000 students and is highly competitive for a CSU campus, consistently ranked among the top CSU campuses for academic quality. The university is known for its College of Engineering, College of Business, and the prestigious College of the Arts.
Colleges
- College of Engineering — ABET-accredited, aerospace and manufacturing ties
- College of Business — AACSB-accredited
- College of the Arts — Top CA design and fine arts
- College of Health and Human Services — Nursing and social work
- College of Education — Teacher preparation
How to Apply
- Application: Cal State Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~35%
- In-State Tuition: ~$6,950
Key Deadlines
- Application Window: October 1–November 30