CSU students largely come from California and mostly remain in the state after graduation, applying the skills and knowledge they have learned to help California’s economy thrive.
Where Do CSU Students Come From?
- 95 percent of all enrolled students come from CA.
- 95 percent of new undergraduate transfers come from CA community colleges.
- 89 percent of first-time students come from CA public high schools.
CSU Students Are Unique
- 485,550 students enrolled in the CSU in fall 2020.
- Nearly half of CSU students are underrepresented minorities (URM).
- Half of undergraduates receive the Pell grant.
- Nearly one-third of undergraduates are the first in their families to attend college.