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California State University Long Beach, also known as Long Beach State University, was founded in 1949 and is a well-regarded public research university located in Los Angeles, California. It offers a wide range of academic programs through its three liberal arts colleges and five vocational colleges. Students can choose from over 80 undergraduate programs, more than 65 postgraduate programs, along with three doctoral and education-based credential programs, attracting learners from all around the world.
According to various sources, California State University Long Beach is ranked highly in several categories. It stands at number 51 among top public schools and ranks 105 among national universities. Additionally, it holds the 20th position for offering some of the best undergraduate engineering programs. Furthermore, it is ranked 103 in America’s Top Colleges, showcasing its strong reputation in higher education.
For the 2023-2024 school year, California State University Long Beach (CSULB) received more than 38,000 applications for its undergraduate and graduate programs. There were over 34,000 undergraduate students and more than 4,000 graduate students. Although the university does not share its acceptance rate, unofficial sources suggest that the estimated acceptance rate for California State University is about 40%.
International students can see the table below for CSULB enrollment numbers for undergraduates and graduates in the 2023-2024 academic year:
| Particulars | Statistics 2024 |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 3,8190 |
| Total Undergraduates | 34,033 |
| Total Graduates | 4,157 |
| Acceptance Rate | 40% |
Every year, California State University Long Beach (CSULB) welcomes international students from many different backgrounds. In 2024, the total number of students enrolled in undergraduate programs was 38,033, with 1,507 of them being international students. This means international students made up 4.43% of the total student body. The data shows that the most common ethnic groups among students were Hispanic/Latino, White (non-Hispanic), and Asian. You can find more details about the number of students from different ethnic backgrounds in the table below:
| Ethnicity/Race | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| Nonresident aliens | 4.43% |
| Hispanic/Latino | 49.57% |
| Black or African American, non-Hispanic | 3.55% |
| White, non-Hispanic | 14.73% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic | 0.096% |
| Asian, non-Hispanic | 20.82% |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic | 0.22% |
| Two or more races, non-Hispanic | 4.67% |
| Race and/or ethnicity unknown | 1.88% |
The acceptance rate at California State University, Long Beach has gone up compared to last year. This year, the CSULB acceptance rate is 47.14%, up from 39.96%. Additionally, the number of applications has grown by nearly 5,000. Last year, there were 74,694 applications, and this year it has risen to 79,657. International students can find the enrollment and acceptance rate details for undergraduates in the table below:
| Year | Application Received | Application Enrolled | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | 79,657 | 5,757 | 47.14% |
| 2022-2023 | 74,694 | 5,365 | 39.96% |
| 2021-2022 | 67,092 | 4,865 | 46.87% |
| 2020-2021 | 67,402 | 4,908 | 42.14% |
| 2019-2020 | 71,297 | 5,161 | 39.30% |
English Language Requirements
Students from other countries who want to apply to CSU Long Beach need to show they can speak and understand English well. Below are the basic English language requirements for international students at California State University Long Beach.
| Tests | Undergraduate | Postgraduate |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL Internet-based | 61 | 80 |
| IELTS | 5.5 each sub-section | 6.0 each sub-section |
| Duolingo | 95 | 115 |
| PTE | 43 | 58 |
| Cambridge English Assessment | 162 | 169 |
| University City | Los Angeles, California, USA |
|---|---|
| Size of city | Large |
| Population of City | 39,99,759 |
