California State University-Channel Islands

CSU Channel Islands Overview

California State University-Channel Islands (CSU Channel Islands) is a four-year, public school located in Camarillo, CA. California State University-Channel Islands was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (smaller programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.

The CSU Channel Islands's tuition & fees is $7,159 for California residents and $19,759 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 70% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,546.

The school has a total enrollment of 5,592 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).

CSU Channel Islands's acceptance rate is 94.81% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 6.23%.

CSU Channel Islands ranked 71st in California Colleges rankings. California State University-Channel Islands is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of California State University-Channel Islands is $7,159 for in-state students and $19,759 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,683 for in-state students and $18,763 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,518 for California residents and $20,881 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,138 for California residents and $19,828 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,159$19,759
Graduate$8,683$18,763
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,518$20,881
Graduate$9,138$19,828

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »94.81% Acceptance Rate / 6.23% Yield
Graduation Rate »51%
Transfer-out Rate5%
Retention Rate72%(full-time), 23% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.25% (16 to 1)
Student Population »5,592 (5,118 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$11,546

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

California State University-Channel Islands offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at CSU Channel Islands
Learning Opportunities
ROTCNo
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

California State University-Channel Islands Directory Information

Address1 University Drive, Camarillo, CA 93012
Phone805-437-8400
WEBSchool's Website
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Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (smaller programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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