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Overview

Founded in 1949, the California State University, Long Beach is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Long Beach (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 75-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CSULB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

California State University, Long Beach's Control Typepublic

Entity

California State University, Long Beach's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

California State University, Long Beach' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

California State University, Long Beach's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym CSULB
Founded 1949
Motto Vox Veritas Vita
Voice, Truth, Life
Colours Gold and seal brown
Mascot Prospector Pete
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Campus Location

Address 1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach
90840-0115 California
United States
California State University, Long Beach Phone Number +1 (562) 985 4111
California State University, Long Beach Fax Number +1 (562) 985 8887

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following California State University, Long Beach's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify California State University, Long Beach's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This California State University, Long Beach's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at California State University, Long Beach.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic California State University, Long Beach's admission information.

California State University, Long Beach's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).


California State University, Long Beach's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has California State University, Long Beach a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

California State University, Long Beach's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


California State University, Long Beach's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


California State University, Long Beach's Admission Office Admission Office

1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach 90840-0106
(562) 985 5471


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for California State University, Long Beach.

California State University, Long Beach's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

California State University, Long Beach has an enrollment range of 40,000-44,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


California State University, Long Beach's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).


California State University, Long Beach's Control Type Control Type

California State University, Long Beach is a public higher education institution.


California State University, Long Beach's Entity Type Entity Type

California State University, Long Beach is a non-profit higher education institution.


California State University, Long Beach's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


California State University, Long Beach's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).


Religious Affiliation

California State University, Long Beach does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official California State University, Long Beach's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Single program-Education

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of California State University, Long Beach's main facilities:


California State University, Long Beach's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit California State University, Long Beach's Library

California State University-Long Beach's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 674,732 physical volumes, 51,998 physical media, 383,203 digital/electronic media and 322 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 52 full-time employees, including 17 librarians. California State University-Long Beach's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

California State University, Long Beach's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the California State University, Long Beach provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 3,206 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

California State University, Long Beach's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of California State University, Long Beach's main services:


California State University, Long Beach's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

California State University, Long Beach's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

California State University, Long Beach's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

California State University, Long Beach's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

California State University, Long Beach's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


California State University, Long Beach's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

California State University, Long Beach is legally recognized and/or accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1957


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important California State University, Long Beach's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
  • American Association for Leisure and Recreation, Council on Accreditation
  • American Council for Construction Education
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Dance, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important California State University, Long Beach's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • California State University System (CSU)
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the California State University, Long Beach 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some California State University, Long Beach's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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