California State University – East Bay

Also known as Cal State East Bay

25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward, CA

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  • Tuition & Fees
  • Programs Offered
  • Course Schedules
  • Financial Aid Eligibility
  • Student Services
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History

California State University, East Bay (CSUEB) was founded in 1957 as the State College for Alameda County. Over the following years the school has had many location and name changes. In 1961 the school moved to Hayward Hills and was renamed Alameda State College, in 1963 it was once again renamed, this time to California State College at Hayward. In 1972 the school was granted University Status and changed its name to California State University, Hayward. In 2005, the school, with a new mission to serve the eastern San Francisco Bay Area, changed its name to the current CSUEB.

CSUEB operates locations in Hayward, Oakland and Concord California, and serves over 13,000 students annually and is one of a few schools in the California State University System to utilize the quarter system.

Academics

CSUEB offers over 100 career oriented programs and is known for its College of Business and Economics, its Education Department and Music Department. CSUEB is considered a top-tier masters granting school.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Freshman applicants interested in enrolling at CSUEB must meet the following requirements:

  • High School graduate/GED
  • Complete a minimum 15 unit pattern of college preparatory courses with a grade of C or higher
  • Have a qualifying eligibility index (GPA plus ACT or SAT test score)

Graduate and transfer admissions will have separate requirements which are available on the website.

Financial aid is available in a variety of forms to qualifying students. To determine eligibility students should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Athletics

The CSUEB Pioneers are Members of the NCAA Division II and compete in the CCAA.

Athletics programs offered:

  • Baseball/Softball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Track and Field
  • Swimming
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates California State University – East Bay accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

California State University – East Bay has a total student population of about 16,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 12% enrolling as graduate students and 84% as undergraduate students.

$10,100

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,100. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $55 application fee for those applying to a program. 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 StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid78%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships74%$9,281
Receiving Student Loans45%$5,775
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, California State University – East Bay may offer student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Day care for children

Graduation Rates

The overall graduation rate of Cal State East Bay is close to 38%.

Number of Year to GraduatePercent of Entering Class
Students Graduating in 4 Years11%
Graduating in 5 Years19%
Graduating in 6 Years8%

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Campus: California State University – East Bay

  • Music Program (more info)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program (more info)
  • Speech-Language Pathology Program
  • Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program

Campus: Contra Costa Campus

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
    • * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2011)
  • Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
    • * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2011)

Intercollegiate Athletics

California State University – East Bay 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)
  • Track and Field (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo
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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 – East Bay 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

Business and Marketing Studies

Communications and Journalism

Computer and Information Sciences

Education

Engineering

Engineering Technology

English Language and Literature

Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies

Family and Consumer Sciences

Foreign Languages and Literature

Health and Clinical Professions

History

Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberal Arts and Sciences

Mathematics and Statistics

Natural Resources and Conservation

Philosophy and Religious Studies

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Public Administration and Social Services

Recreation and Fitness Studies

Security and Protective Services

Social Sciences

Visual and Performing Arts

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ACCEPTANCE RATE
74.03%

FINANCIAL AID RATE
78%

STUDENT:TEACHER RATIO
27:1

DEGREES OFFERED ONLINE
18

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,731