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California State University-Monterey Bay
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Annual Tuition
$7,437
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
94.8%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
62.4%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$59,247
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
California State University-Monterey Bay is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Seaside, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,437, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 62.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$29,748
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.0 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$29,247
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$262,722
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$555,192
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-Monterey Bay is $12,750.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$7,437
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* 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
79.1%
Success
62.4%
In-State Cost
$7,437
Age 25+ Students
18.0%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
2,404 students
Local City Insights
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