Verified College DataA Doctoral University (which undergraduates attend) with high research activityNCAA Division I

California State University-Long Beach

Long Beach, CA, United States

47% admit rate75% graduationpublic

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California State University-Long Beach is a public institution in Long Beach, CA. IPEDS-reported enrollment is approximately 4,740 students. The published admit rate is 47%. Out-of-state tuition is listed at $23,248 before aid. The graduation rate in federal outcomes data is 75%. CollegesRef separates verified metrics from this editorial overview — confirm figures on the admissions, financial, and outcomes tabs before making decisions.

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