California State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
California State University-Dominguez Hills is a public research university in Carson, California, with about 12,538 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 93.30% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $57,162 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,449
- 2024 Average Net Price: $8,615 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 93.30% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 12,538 76.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 42.79%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 59.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 9.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 46.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 14,126
- Applicants (IPEDS): 19,040
- Room & Board: $18,444 annual estimate
California State University-Dominguez Hills: what the data shows
Common questions about California State University-Dominguez Hills, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is California State University-Dominguez Hills?
California State University-Dominguez Hills is located in Carson, CA (ZIP 90747-0005).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is California State University-Dominguez Hills public or private?
California State University-Dominguez Hills is a Public institution.
How much does California State University-Dominguez Hills cost?
Published tuition: $7,449 in-state, $20,049 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $8,615.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,303 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,090 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,855 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $12,323 |
| $110,001+ | $18,947 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $29,796.
How hard is it to get into California State University-Dominguez Hills?
Admission rate: 93.30%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is California State University-Dominguez Hills?
Total enrollment: 12,538 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 14,126 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,550 students.
About 77% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at California State University-Dominguez Hills?
150%-time completion rate: 42.79%.
First-year retention: 73.7%.
What do graduates of California State University-Dominguez Hills earn?
Median earnings: $46,827 six years after entry; $57,162 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $13,807.
63.33% of students receive Pell grants.
What is California State University-Dominguez Hills known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (556 completions)
- Psychology, General (508 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (228 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (219 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (199 completions)
- Sociology, General (193 completions)
- Computer Science (152 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (141 completions)
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General (135 completions)
- Public Administration (133 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is California State University-Dominguez Hills a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 93.30%; completion rate 42.79%; median earnings $57,162 at 10 years; net price $8,615. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$7,449
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at California State University-Dominguez Hills was $7,449.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$8,615
2024 Value
In 2024 California State University-Dominguez Hills had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $8,615.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$34,460 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$8,615 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$29,796 4-Year In-State Tuition
$80,196 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$18,444 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,152 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$27,045 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$108,180 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for California State University-Dominguez Hills.
Financial Aid by Income Level
63.33% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
19.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at California State University-Dominguez Hills was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for California State University-Dominguez Hills in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,100 | $17,260 | $3,698 |
| 2014 | $6,139 | $17,299 | $2,416 |
| 2015 | $6,213 | $17,373 | $3,537 |
| 2016 | $6,423 | $17,583 | $3,221 |
| 2017 | $6,837 | $18,717 | $4,655 |
| 2018 | $6,942 | $18,822 | $3,891 |
| 2019 | $6,946 | $18,826 | $4,215 |
| 2020 | $6,941 | $18,821 | $4,026 |
| 2021 | $7,060 | $18,940 | $3,724 |
| 2022 | $7,060 | $18,940 | $4,058 |
| 2023 | $7,064 | $18,944 | $3,659 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
93.30% Acceptance Rate
19,040 Total Applicants
17,388 Students Admitted
1,721 First-Time Students Enrolled
9.90% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
California State University-Dominguez Hills reported total enrollment of about 12,538 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (70.8%), Black or African American (12.6%), and Asian (6.9%). About 63.33% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 59.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
76.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at California State University-Dominguez Hills in 2024 is 12,538 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 14,126 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,550 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
73.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 70.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
19.70% 100% Completion Time
42.79% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 19.70% of students graduating from California State University-Dominguez Hills completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 52% male / 48% female
- Psychology, General: 21% male / 79% female
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 5% male / 95% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for California State University-Dominguez Hills.
Return on Investment
$13,807 Median Student Debt
$57,162 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
24.15% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1558.79% Return on Investment
2.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for California State University-Dominguez Hills.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 64 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 556 completions
2. Psychology, General: 508 completions
3. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 228 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 219 completions
5. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 199 completions
6. Sociology, General: 193 completions
7. Computer Science: 152 completions
8. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 141 completions
9. Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General: 135 completions
Most popular programs at California State University-Dominguez Hills.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for California State University-Dominguez Hills graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for California State University-Dominguez Hills from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 46.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,789
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,329
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
California State University-Dominguez Hills is a public institution located in Carson, CA, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Early Childhood Education & Teaching. Enrollment is approximately 12,538 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (70.8%), Black or African American (12.6%), Asian (6.9%). The admission rate is 93.30%. The 150%-time completion rate is 42.79%. Approximately 63.33% of students receive Pell Grants. About 59.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Carson, CA 90747-0005
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 64 distinct degree programs, California State University-Dominguez Hills provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is California State University-Dominguez Hills located?
California State University-Dominguez Hills is located in Carson, CA.
What is California State University-Dominguez Hills's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at California State University-Dominguez Hills is 93.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 19,040 applicants and 17,388 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does California State University-Dominguez Hills cost?
Reported tuition is $7,449 and average net price is $8,615 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $18,444 annually.
What is the student body demographics at California State University-Dominguez Hills?
California State University-Dominguez Hills reports undergraduate enrollment of about 14,126 students, Hispanic or Latino (70.8%), Black or African American (12.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend California State University-Dominguez Hills?
About 59.1% of students at California State University-Dominguez Hills are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of California State University-Dominguez Hills earn?
Median earnings are $46,827 six years after entry and $57,162 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at California State University-Dominguez Hills?
The 150%-time completion rate is 42.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do California State University-Dominguez Hills students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $13,807.
Is California State University-Dominguez Hills public or private?
California State University-Dominguez Hills is a public institution located in Carson, CA.
Is California State University-Dominguez Hills an HBCU?
No. California State University-Dominguez Hills is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is California State University-Dominguez Hills a tribal college?
No. California State University-Dominguez Hills is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is California State University-Dominguez Hills a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—California State University-Dominguez Hills reports 70.8% Hispanic enrollment share.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- California college costs
- California colleges by ROI
- Carson, California city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in California
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.