California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt

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Also known as: Cal Poly Humboldt

Arcata, CA
(707) 826-3011
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Annual Tuition (In-State)

$5,742

Total Enrollment

6,156

Graduation Rate

46.6%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,583

Last reported year

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Admissions

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt has an open admissions policy with a 98.8% acceptance rate, making it accessible for most applicants. Prospective students typically need to provide high school transcript and minimum GPA. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 955 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt enrolls 6,156 students. The student body is 56.6% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 76% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt maintains a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 76% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt employs 271 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 2.6% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt offers programs in 24 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Psychology, General, Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management, and Business Administration and Management, General. In 2023, the college awarded 1,583 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is $5,742 for in-state students and $17,622 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $13,837. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt achieves a 52.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 54.8% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 4 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1 Harpst Street
Arcata, CA, 95521-8299
Administrator
Tom Jackson
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $5,742
Out-of-State Tuition $17,622
Average Net Price $13,837

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00114900
EIN: 946001347
IPEDS ID: 115755
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