California State University - Long Beach Value of an Education

Is California State University - Long Beach a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the educational value of an education from Cal State Long Beach below.

Within California, California State University - Long Beach is Considered an Average Quality College at a Great Price.

California State University - Long Beach's overall average net price combined with an average quality education, results in a great value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California State University - Long Beach in the #14 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Good Quality and Underpriced

California State University - Long Beach provides a good, quality education at an overall net price that is lower than other nationwide colleges and universities delivering a comparable education. This results in a good value for the educational dollar, and earns Cal State Long Beach a #334 ranking on the Overall Best Colleges for the Money list.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at California State University - Long Beach compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$122,581 - Salisbury University $122,887 - Centenary College of Louisiana $124,040 - Canisius College $124,166 - Randolph College
	Good	$129,735 - California State University - Long Beach $137,020 - Dominican University of California
Average	Fair
	Low	$147,897 - University of Nevada - Reno $148,753 - Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary $160,620 - Eckerd College $164,949 - College of Notre Dame of Maryland
Overpriced	Poor	$180,343 - Widener University - Main Campus

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $129,735

On average, a bachelor's degree at California State University - Long Beach will cost you about $129,735. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $25,774 per year and an average of 5.0 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$25,774
Average Years to Graduate	5.0
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$129,735

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

What are Residency Discounts?

You can take a look at our tuition and fees page to find out more.

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at California State University - Long Beach. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$156,840	601	A
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$129,735	812	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$119,195	823	B

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$118,841	12	A-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$91,736	15	A-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$81,195	19	B+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of California.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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