PublicSuburbanCalifornia State University-Fullerton
Cal State Fullerton
Fullerton, California 92832-3599
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — major research university
California State University-Fullerton is a public institution in Fullerton with particular strength in business and psychology.
A large campus of 37K undergraduates with a 22:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,951 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $5,646.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Founding In 1957, Orange County State College became the 12th state college in California to be authorized by the state legislature as a degree-granting institution.
- •Classes began with 452 students in September 1959.
- •The name of the school was changed to Orange State College in July 1962.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
78.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
1.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Programs (133)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
85%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
262
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment