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Public, 4-Year
Camarillo, CA

California State University-Channel Islands

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

Annual Tuition

$6,817

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

93.1%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

55.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$62,152

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

California State University-Channel Islands is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Camarillo, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,817, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 55.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$27,268

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$32,152

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$294,252

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$615,772

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-Channel Islands is $15,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.6%
34.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
60.1%
White
23.2%
Asian
6.5%
Two or more
3.7%
Unknown
3.2%
Black
2.2%
International
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$6,817

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,077
$30k - $48k$7,350
$48k - $75k$9,293
$75k+$15,043

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,000
Pell Grant Recipients46.9%
Using Federal Loans25.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment66.3%

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

72.6%

Success

55.1%

In-State Cost

$6,817

Age 25+ Students

27.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

2,077 students

Local City Insights

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