
California State University - Dominguez Hills, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Carson, California, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. Around fourteen thousand students enroll at CSUDH annually.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to California State University - Dominguez Hills have an SAT score in a range of 750 to 940, or an ACT score in a range of 15 to 19. Approximately 60% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 15% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The tuition at California State University - Dominguez Hills varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,700 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is around $7,800 per year. California State University - Dominguez Hills may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify as grants and loans.
The California State University - Dominguez Hills "Toros" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students can visit the CSUDH website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants California State University – Dominguez Hills accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at California State University – Dominguez Hills is about 15,000, with undergraduate students making up about 86% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $3,800. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $55 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $5,500-$6,600
- Out-of-State: $17,000-$19,960
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 90% | $9,509 |
Receiving Student Loans | 28% | $4,139 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, California State University – Dominguez Hills may provide services like:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Graduation Rates
California State University – Dominguez Hills has an overall graduation rate which is around 29%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 4% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 12% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 13% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
California State University – Dominguez Hills is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Basketball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by California State University – Dominguez Hills by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services (B)
- Labor Studies (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Multimedia (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer and Information Sciences (B)
- Computer Science (B, M)
Education
- Education (M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Special Education (M)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (M)
Engineering Technology
- Quality Control (B, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Writing, General (C)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Health Services (B, M)
- Occupational Therapy (M)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Marriage and Family Therapy (M)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (C)
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution (B, C, M)
- Behavioral Science (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
- Humanistic Studies (M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
- Social Work (M)
- Public Administration (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B)
- Parks and Recreation (B)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B, M)
- Political Science (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Geography (B)
- Economics
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (B)
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
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- California State University - Long Beach in Long Beach, CA (10 miles away)
- California State University - Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA (14 miles away)
- California State University - Fullerton in Fullerton, CA (21 miles away)
- Saginaw Valley State University in University Center, MI (27 miles away)
- California State Polytechnic University - Pomona in Pomona, CA (28 miles away)
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