California State University-Monterey Bay
CSUMB
Seaside, California 93955-8001
Campus Vibe
Known for psychology — excellent value
California State University-Monterey Bay is a public institution in Seaside with particular strength in psychology and business.
A mid-sized campus of 5.8K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
63% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,247 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,487.
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California State University-Monterey Bay Launches New Data Science Minor
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$14,487
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
6900.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
42
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Programs (39)
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Varsity Sports — Otters
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment