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About California State University-San Bernardino

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California State University-San Bernardino is a public research university in San Bernardino, CA, known for its doctoral research institution, business and social sciences, and large student body. With an acceptance rate of 91%, CSUSB is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 2,324 students each year. CSUSB is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 820–900, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. CSUSB offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,535 per year; the sticker price of $36,694 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

California State University-San Bernardino acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

91%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
860
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.50 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 820 – 900 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 13 – 13

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to California State University-San Bernardino

Application Strategy
CSUSB uses a calculated eligibility index based on your GPA and, if submitted, your SAT or ACT score, so double-check your UC-calculated GPA on the CSU website before you apply to make sure you meet the minimum eligibility threshold.
Essay Strategy
If you have ties to the Inland Empire region, reference them specifically in your personal statement because CSUSB sees itself as a regional anchor institution and values students who plan to contribute to the San Bernardino community.

Financial Aid & Cost

What California State University-San Bernardino actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$37k/yr$2.7k
30k-48k~$37k/yr$2.7k
48k-75k~$37k/yr$4.7k
75k-110k~$37k/yr$7.7k
110k+~$37k/yr$14.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

55%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
27:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
14,929
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

73%Hispanic
9%White
6%Asian
6%Black / African American
3%Two or More Races
2%Unknown / Unreported
1%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender39% Men · 61% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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