Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001137
- Phone: (559) 278-4240
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
52.69%FINANCIAL AID RATE
82%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
25:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,268Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
California State University – Fullerton
5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA
History
California State University, Fullerton opened its doors in 1959 in Orange County to 457 students. Since its founding the school has grown rapidly, expanding its offerings, student base and service area through an additional campus, art center and more. Cal State Fulelrton is the largest school in the CSU System, with enrollment reaching nearly 40,000 students. It is the third largest school in California after UCLA and CSU Long Beach. Fullerton is considered one of the best public institutions in the west and has been improving steadily.
Academics
Cal State Fullerton offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. The goal of the school is to provide an affordable quality education to residents of California. The diversity in educational opportunities offered by CSUF ensures that students will find a major that suits their goals.
Programs offered:
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- International Business
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Women's Studies
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admission to Cal State Fullerton as freshmen is highly competitive due to there being more applicants than spaces available. Thus, the admission review is much stricter for freshman than the admission guidelines for non-freshman students. Students should review the minimum requirements as put forth by Cal State Fullerton for local residents, California State Residents, and out of state applicants to see if they exceed the minimum for admissions. Financial aid is available for eligible applicants. To determine the what awards an individual may be eligible for students should contact the financial aid office and submit all necessary forms as per the offices instruction.
Athletics
The CSU Fullerton Titans participate in the NCAA Division I as part of the Big West Conference.
Sports programs:
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants California State University – Fullerton accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
California State University – Fullerton has a total student population of about 40,000, with undergraduate students making up about 87% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,300. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $70 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State Tuition: $5,700-$6,900
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $18,000-$21,150
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 82% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 77% | $8,922 |
Receiving Student Loans | 29% | $5,615 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, California State University – Fullerton may provide student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dance Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Nurse Midwifery Education Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
California State University – Fullerton is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big West Conference)
- Basketball (Big West Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by California State University – Fullerton by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biotechnology
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- International Business (B)
- Accounting (M)
- Taxation (M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, M)
- Information Technology (M)
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, M)
- Software Engineering (M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, M)
- Engineering
English Language and Literature
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Public Health (B, M)
- Athletic Training (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Gerontology (M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
- Statistics (M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B, M)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B, M)
- Political Science (B, M)
- Anthropology (B, M)
- Economics (B, M)
- Geography (B, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Music (B, M)
- Dance (B)
- Playwriting and Screenwriting (M)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to California State University – Fullerton.
- California State Polytechnic University - Pomona in San Bernardino, CA (12 miles away)
- California State University - Long Beach in Hayward, CA (15 miles away)
- Saginaw Valley State University in Detroit, MI (16 miles away)
- California State University - Los Angeles in Long Beach, CA (21 miles away)
- California State University - Dominguez Hills in Chico, CA (21 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Get a list of all the colleges in California
- Browse our list of public colleges in California
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001137
- Phone: (559) 278-4240
- School Homepage