California State University - LA
California State University of Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is a public university, located in Los Angeles, California. It was established in 1947 and it has a very large student population. With more than 25,000 students attending this university, it is one of the most popular in the state. This university offers many different degree programs and is considered to be one of the premier universities in all of California. Students will be able to pursue over 100 different bachelor's degree programs at this institution. There will also be over 100 master's degree programs and several doctoral degrees that can be earned. Those who are looking to maximize their education will be able to do so at this fine university.
Students will find that the nursing program offered at this school is one of the best options in California. This is a fully accredited and renowned nursing program that will provide students with a robust education. The educational opportunities at this university aim to prepare future nurses excellence in all areas.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge City |
| Number of Students28,531 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio25:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate79% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 52 | 130 |
| Master's degree | 0 | 0 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 0 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Senior College and University Commission 11/30/1953 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (MNUR) - Master's program ACEN 04/01/1971 - 12/31/2007 |
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 12/01/1963 - 12/31/2007 |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 10/13/2007 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 10/13/2007 - Current |
Admission
46%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 890 to 1080 |
| ACT | 15 to 20 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Neither required nor recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Required |
| Recommendations Neither required nor recommended |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Neither required nor recommended |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $55 |
| Graduates | $55 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | $396/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | $396/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | -- | -- | $17,820 |
| ADN | 70 | -- | -- | $27,720 |
| BSN | 125 | -- | -- | $49,500 |
| FNP | 50 | -- | -- | $19,800 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 91% of California State University - LA's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 70% | $5,035 |
| Other Federal Grant | 7% | $1,128 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 67% | $2,268 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 60% | $5,419 |
| Federal Student Loans | 24% | $3,691 |
| Private Loans | 1% | $8,721 |
$3,907
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$1,681 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$3,637 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$6,458 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$10,553 |
| Over $110,000$12,858 |
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Student Population
24,818
Undergrads
3,713
Graduates
16,574
Women
11,957
Men
82%
Full-time
18%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Hispanic |
63% |
|
Asian |
14% |
|
Non-resident alien |
8% |
|
White |
7% |
|
Black/African American |
4% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
3% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
- California State PTA Continuing Education Scholarship for School Nurses
- FNSNA Promise of Nursing Scholarships
- Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarships
- Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing Scholarship Program
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and California state board of nursing.
