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California State University-Monterey Bay admissions

Seaside, CA

California State University-Monterey Bay acceptance rate

97.4%

14,545 of 14,933 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).

Less selective. With a rate like this, California State University-Monterey Bay is often a likely or safety school for students who meet its requirements.

Key numbers

  • Yield: 10% of admitted students enrolled (1,419 of 14,545).

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Common questions about California State University-Monterey Bay

What is the acceptance rate at California State University-Monterey Bay?

California State University-Monterey Bay admitted 97.4% of applicants (14,545 of 14,933) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.

How many admitted students enroll at California State University-Monterey Bay?

1,419 of the 14,545 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 10%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.

How do you compare at California State University-Monterey Bay?

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