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ACCEPTANCE RATE

92.17%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

86%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

21:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

4

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$9,173

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Humboldt State University

249 Lambert Rd, Carpinteria, CA

Humboldt State University, a public institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Arcata, California, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. HSU has a yearly student enrollment of around seven thousand.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including:

  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Visual And Performing Arts
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Humboldt State University. Scores within the range of 19 to 25 on the ACT or 910 to 1150 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. HSU has an admissions rate of around 83% of which only 17% decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at humboldt.edu.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $7,800 and out-of-state residents pay $20,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is about $5,700 per year. Students enrolled at HSU may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The HSU Lumberjacks participate in a number of athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)
  • Rowing (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to view more about HSU may check out their website at http://www.humboldt.edu.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Humboldt State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Total enrollment at Humboldt State University is around 8,000 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 13% enrolling as graduate students and 92% as undergraduate students.

$14,500

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,500. 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 information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid86%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships76%$9,478
Receiving Student Loans62%$5,754
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Humboldt State University may provide services like:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work
  • Child care

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Art and Design Program
    • * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation (since 1978)
  • Music Program
    • * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1979)

Intercollegiate Athletics

Humboldt State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Football (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
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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.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Humboldt State University by clicking the request information to the right.

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  • Health and Clinical Professions

  • Mathematics and Statistics

  • Public Administration and Social Services

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