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California State University - Monterey Bay Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$11,390/ year
National
$15,523
Net Price Calculator
csumentor.edu/finaid/pais
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $6,673/ year
  • $30-48k
    $8,358/ year
  • $49-75k
    $11,691/ year
  • $76-110k
    $17,257/ year
  • $110k+
    $18,993/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$7,043/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,923/ year
Average Housing Cost
$7,652/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$4,050/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,854/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
52%
Average Loan Amount
$4,532/ year
National
$6,768
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Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
80%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$8,355/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    49%
  • State Grant Aid
    55%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    45%
  • Pell Grant
    49%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $5,225
  • State Grant Aid
    $2,454
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $5,370
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,787
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 159 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    43%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    21%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    8%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    18%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    10%
Financial Aid Website
csumb.edu/financialaid

Overall Value

Value
B+
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
69%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.45 responses
Graduation Rate
55%
National
49%
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