Los Angeles, CA

California State University-Los Angeles

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
California State University-Los Angeles is a four-year, public school located in Los Angeles, CA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
California State University-Los Angeles is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

91% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 32,723 applied, 29,860 accepted, and 2,814 enrolled in Cal State LA.
1,363 men and 1,451 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $7,164 for California residents and $19,764 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $8,688 for California residents and $18,768 for others.
Tuition has increased by 5.70% compared to last year at California State University-Los Angeles.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

19,222 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $11,682.
For freshmen, 3,496 students (94%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $12,478.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 23,163 students enrolled Cal State LA in 2025.
By gender, 10,065 men and 13,098 women students are enrolled.
There are 19,586 undergraduate and 3,577 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

167 Major Programs

  • 62 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Cal State LA is 53% and the transfer-out rate is 2%.
The retention rate is 72% for full-time and 72% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
53%
Transfer-out Rate
2%
Retention Rate
72%
Students to Faculty Ratio
21 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,634 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Cal State LA and the average faculty salary is $113,935. The studetns to faculty ratio is 21 to 1.
There are 2,657 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $80,547.
Number of Faculties
1,634
Average Faculty Salary
$113,935
Number of Staffs
2,657
Average Staff Salary
$80,547

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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