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Public, 4-Year
San Bernardino, CA

California State University-San Bernardino

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$7,675

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

98.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

54.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,977

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

California State University-San Bernardino is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in San Bernardino, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,675, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 54.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$30,700

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,977

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$269,070

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$568,840

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at California State University-San Bernardino is $14,715.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.2%
38.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
72.3%
White
10.0%
Asian
6.1%
Black
5.2%
Two or more
2.5%
Unknown
2.5%
International
1.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

31

Burglary

2

Theft

17

Assault

7

Robbery

2

Rape

2

Arson

1

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$7,675

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$3,298
$30k - $48k$4,311
$48k - $75k$6,381
$75k+$10,337

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$14,715
Pell Grant Recipients57.1%
Using Federal Loans23.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment52.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$9,875
Pell Grant Recipients59.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

77.6%

Success

54.5%

In-State Cost

$7,675

Age 25+ Students

24.1%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

5,154 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Bernardino (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Bernardino (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In San Bernardino

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,517

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,611

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,010

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the San Bernardino metropolitan area.