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91.2%Acceptance
$7,095Tuition
32,357Students
56%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$59,115Earnings
Public4-yearSAT/ACT Test BlindNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
91.2%
Total Enrollment
32,357

Admissions Overview

Cal State Northridge is open admission with a 91.23% acceptance rate. Nearly every applicant who meets basic CSU eligibility requirements gets accepted. The school primarily serves California residents, with 97.83% of students coming from in-state. You need to complete the A-G course requirements and maintain a 2.5 GPA in those classes. SAT and ACT scores are no longer required for admission to the CSU system. The university looks for students who want practical, career-focused education at an affordable price. With 57.20% Hispanic enrollment and strong programs in business, engineering, and cinema, CSUN attracts students seeking diversity and hands-on learning in a large urban setting.