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California State University-San Bernardino

San Bernardino, CA 4 year Public
Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Dormitory capacity 1,482
Student to faculty ratio 25 to 1
Acceptance rate 91%
Students retention rate 78%
On-time graduation rate 57%

Located in San Bernardino, California, CSUSB is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 91% indicates that CSUSB is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

California State University-San Bernardino is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

CSUSB boasts an impressive student retention rate of 78% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 85% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

91%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$7,213

Cost of attendance at California State University-San Bernardino in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$19,093

Cost of attendance at California State University-San Bernardino in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 87 of freshman students at California State University-San Bernardino received on average $10,157 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,157
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,470 67% $5,255 $7,725,341
Other Federal Grant 1,471 67% $5,325 $7,833,686
State Grant/Scholarships 1,714 78% $2,266 $3,884,634
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,422 65% $5,473 $7,782,960
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,920 87% $10,157 $19,501,280

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of California State University-San Bernardino students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of California State University-San Bernardino students is 57.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 60.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 52.0%.

57.0%

  • asian 59.3% 105 students
  • African American 44.6% 58 students
  • white 62.7% 148 students
  • unknown 57.7% 30 students
  • hawaiian 40.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 56.9% 1,195 students
  • International Students 58.2% 92 students
  • Mixed Race 56.4% 44 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball California Collegiate Athletic Association
  • Basketball California Collegiate Athletic Association
  • Track and Cross Country California Collegiate Athletic Association

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

California State University-San Bernardino provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

California State University-San Bernardino offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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