California State University-Fullerton
About
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a powerhouse public university in Orange County renowned for driving upward social mobility and cultivating one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation. Academically, CSUF is best known for its prestigious Mihaylo College of Business and Economics—the West Coast's largest AACSB-accredited business school—as well as top-tier, highly competitive programs in communications, nursing, and the performing arts. Beyond the classroom, the student experience is defined by a vibrant, multicultural campus culture featuring over 350 student organizations and a proud Division I athletic tradition. What truly sets CSUF apart is its prime Southern California location, which provides students with exceptional internship pipelines and direct career connections to major regional employers in entertainment, business, and technology.
Wikipedia:California State University, Fullerton is a public research university in Fullerton, California, United States. With a total enrollment of more than 41,000, it has the largest student body of the California State University (CSU) system, and its graduate student body of more than 5,000 is one of the largest in the CSU and in all of California. As of fall 2016, the school had 2,083 faculty, of whom 782 were on the tenure track. The university offers 109 degree programs: 55 undergraduate degrees and 54 graduate degrees, including three doctoral programs.
Location
Cost
Admissions
Wondering if California State University-Fullerton is the right fit for you?
Scout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.
Essay Requirements
This school does not appear to use the Common Application. Check the school's admissions website directly for essay requirements and application instructions.
See the current Common App essay prompts for the personal statement options.
Outcomes
Student Body
Programs & Earnings
Institutional
Wondering if California State University-Fullerton is the right fit for you?
Scout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.