California State University Channel Islands

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  • 4 Year
  • Camarillo, CA
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Overview

Total enrollment

5,592
California State University Channel Islands overview
California State University Channel Islands overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) occupies the former grounds of Camarillo State Mental Hospital in Camarillo, California, situated midway between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara in Ventura County. The campus, which opened in 2002 as the newest addition to the California State University system, features Spanish Colonial Revival architecture across its 1,200-acre footprint, including the distinctive Bell Tower building and mission-style courtyards. CSUCI operates as a public institution emphasizing undergraduate education, with notable programs in business, nursing, biology, and environmental science and resource management. The university maintains several residence halls housing students on its suburban campus, which is set against the backdrop of the Santa Monica Mountains and surrounded by protected nature preserves. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CSUCI serves a diverse student population primarily from Southern California.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

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California State University Channel Islands admission standards
  • GPA 3.22

Acceptance Rate

94.8%
California State University Channel Islands applications overview
  • Applications Due Jul 30, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 6.2%
  • Application Fee $70

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$7,159

Out of State Resident Tuition

$19,759

Breakdown

In State Costs for California State University Channel Islands
  • Tuition $7,159
  • Books and Supplies $944
  • Other Fees $1,075
  • Room and Board $15,490
  • Budget for Other Expenses $3,878
  • Total One Year Cost $28,546

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$46,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

54% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at California State University Channel Islands are Business, Psychology, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. 17% of students major in Business, 16% in Psychology, and 11% in Liberal Arts and Humanities.

  • Business 17%
  • Psychology 16%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 11%
  • Social Sciences 10%
  • Communication 9%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=441937.

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Last updated: August 2026