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Cal State Monterey Bay

California State University-Monterey Bay · Seaside, California · Public

95%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$15,222average net price, in-state

Cal State Monterey Bay admitted 95% of 11,769 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). Test scores aren’t required. 63% of students graduate within six years.

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What it costs

Full price with housing is $28,719 in-state and $40,599 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,222 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$9,654
  • $30–48k$11,487
  • $48–75k$13,868
  • $75–110k$17,745
  • $110k+$23,874

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What is Cal State Monterey Bay’s acceptance rate?

Cal State Monterey Bay admitted 95% of applicants: 11,160 of 11,769 (IPEDS, fall 2023).

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Sources: College Navigator (IPEDS). Costs are IPEDS 2022–23 net price and 2023–24 sticker price. Clarity Prep isn’t affiliated with California State University-Monterey Bay.