Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
94.83%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
California State University-Monterey Bay Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 94.83%. This means approximately 948 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,811 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
94.83%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $7,437 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $19,317 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,017 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,487 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 42.99% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 31.45% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does California State University-Monterey Bay Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$19,317
Room and board
$16,413
Books and supplies
$864
Other expenses
$4,005
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,017
Average net price
$14,487
Average aid coverage
44%
$11,530 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at California State University-Monterey Bay pays approximately $14,487 per year after grants and aid. This is below the California average of $19,695 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is California State University-Monterey Bay?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
California State University-Monterey Bay net price
$14,487
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
California State University-Monterey Bay Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $19,317 and average net price at $14,487. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$19,317
Current net price
$14,487
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
63.23%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$59,247
Undergraduates
5,811
10-Year Median Earnings - California State University-Monterey Bay vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
California State University-Monterey Bay graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends California State University-Monterey Bay?
Undergraduates
5,811
Completion rate
63.23%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
42.99%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
31.45%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 42.99% of California State University-Monterey Bay students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 31.45% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at California State University-Monterey Bay
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use California State University-Monterey Bay's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
California State University-Monterey Bay lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
California State University-Monterey Bay is listed at 100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA 93955-8001. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare California State University-Monterey Bay with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Monterey Bay | 94.83% | $19,317 | $14,487 | $59,247 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California State University-Monterey Bay's acceptance rate?
California State University-Monterey Bay's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 94.83%.
How much is California State University-Monterey Bay tuition?
California State University-Monterey Bay's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $19,317.
What is California State University-Monterey Bay's average net price?
California State University-Monterey Bay's average net price in the local dataset is $14,487.
What is California State University-Monterey Bay's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $59,247 for California State University-Monterey Bay.
Is California State University-Monterey Bay accredited?
California State University-Monterey Bay's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend California State University-Monterey Bay?
The local dataset lists 5,811 undergraduate students at California State University-Monterey Bay.
What percentage of California State University-Monterey Bay students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for California State University-Monterey Bay in the local dataset is 42.99%.
What is the federal loan rate at California State University-Monterey Bay?
The federal loan rate for California State University-Monterey Bay in the local dataset is 31.45%.
Where should I verify California State University-Monterey Bay data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with California State University-Monterey Bay or the latest official federal education data.