California State University-San Bernardino
Cal State San Bernardino
San Bernardino, California 92407-2393
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
California State University-San Bernardino is a public institution in San Bernardino with particular strength in business and psychology.
A large campus of 15.8K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,977 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $5,918.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History California State University, San Bernardino was created by the state legislature on April 29, 1960, as the San Bernardino-Riverside State College.
- •In 1963 and the college's official name was changed to California State College at San Bernardino.
- •It opened in 1965 with 293 students and 30 faculty members.
- •CSUSB earned its university status in 1984, officially becoming California State University, San Bernardino.
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
77.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
1.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,445
Programs (122)
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
78%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
121
Peer Average
92
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 + city premium