California State University - Fullerton
Locations: Fullerton (CA)
Annual Tuition: $20,070
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Master's 3.7 Biology
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Bachelor's 4.4 Education
Master's 4.3 Educational Leadership
Doctorate 4.2
Student Reviews
Ltrinh
Reviewed: 5/14/2026
Degree: Business Administration
I went to Cal State Fullerton because my family went there and I thought nothing to it. I thought I was going to sleep through college but Fullerton challenged me and made me a better student and person. They showed me that you have to work hard and you will be prepared for the real world and I’m thankful for that.
Jon Rockofeller
Reviewed: 5/14/2026
Degree: Cognitive Psychology
good school, decent place to be for education, teachers are there if you need them. parking can be terrible. registering for classes is tough sometimes. please ensure you are signing up for the right classes. if you commute, time your commutes according to traffic. the 57 freeway can be tough
VC
Reviewed: 5/6/2026
Degree: Communications (Public Relations)
My time at CSUF was memorable. As a commuter student, I really wanted to make the most out of my experience during undergrad so I got involved in different clubs and tried my best to meet new friends. One drawback from my time at CSUF was not being clearly told how many classes I would need to take per term in order to graduate in 4 years. I highly advise meeting with your academic advisor to map out your course pathway!
Jennifer Renaud
Reviewed: 5/6/2026
Degree: Spanish
Cal State Fullerton has given me the ability to seek out better opportunities for myself. The Latino community center allowed me to interact with other students and build a connection with others. There were many internship programs and opportunities for growth. Grateful for my professors who gave me guidance and advice towards my professional career.
PB
Reviewed: 4/23/2026
Degree: Kinesiology
I believe the Kinesiology major was very valued and renowned at this school, so I felt like I had a quality and updated education. The buildings and facilities were appropriate to the class sizes, and I felt comfortable finding seating. There are a lot of student employees, so sometimes getting assistance was frustrating.
Melissa Pendarvis
Reviewed: 4/23/2026
Degree: Computer Science
CSUF offers solid academics at a great value. Commuter vibe is strong, but diverse, engaging faculty make it work. Titans rise with effort. Campus life is improving, and career connections in OC are a real advantage for students willing to stay in the city after graduation.
EricU22
Reviewed: 4/3/2026
Degree: English
Cal State Fullerton has incredible professors but a lot of the buildings could use some renovations. The academics of the school was a treat to pursue and I loved how involved everyone was with the school. It always felt lively when I attended there.
Kristine
Reviewed: 4/3/2026
Degree: Kinesiology
I loved attending CSUF! They have many amenities, activities and events for students! The only downside for attending this college was that it felt more like a “commuter” school! From my experience, it was definitely harder to make friends, especially if you were a transfer student. However, overall I had a great experience and would still recommend it to others looking into applying to CSUF!
Anonymous
Reviewed: 3/20/2026
Degree: Counseling
So Far I think Fullerton is a pretty great school; they provide a lot of resources for those who attend. The campus looks nice, the dining hall is pretty decent, and the staff is all typically nice. Their Graduate counseling program is one that really helps prepare you for the work and challenges that will come with being a counselor.
Fishy CS Major 2
Reviewed: 3/18/2026
Degree: Computer Science
California State University Fullerton is a great campus, but is a bit behind in it's teaching. If you're doing Computer Science, you can learn more online or in school clubs rather than in the classes. The classes are okay. They help teach foundations, but won't be enough to land you a job or internship. What is cool about CSUF are the people and location. It's near LA and Irvine so there's lots of places you can go and lots of things you can do around the campus.
Katie Yee
Reviewed: 3/12/2026
Degree: Biology
I really valued my time at CSUF. I was involved in campus as a member of the Spirit Squad. I think the professors did a wonderful job handling the pandemic and navigating a new way of teaching while still ingraining information. My only complaint would be how expensive parking passes continued to be.
Kayla Hartke
Reviewed: 2/10/2026
Degree: Business
CSUF was a great school. Classes were tough but the school and professors made sure there were enough resources to help me with any challenges courses. The school also offered clubs within my major which allowed me to network with companies and meet others within the same goals.
The school also has great non academic activities which was great to meet more friends and classmates. Attended great concerts and events at the school which contributed to a great college experience.
Lionel Arellano
Reviewed: 2/9/2026
Degree: History
CSUF's history program is one of the best out there and will prepare you for your future, regardless of whether it's in the field of history or not. The quality of professors and academics is outstanding. There was, at my time, questionable use of funds for the development of certain areas of the campus when others were falling apart, but that was the only downside to my experience.
PB
Reviewed: 1/15/2026
Degree: Fine Arts
This school is primarily a commuter school, so don't expect to make many friends. Most students leave immediately after class ends, so there's not much socializing going on, unless you're involved in clubs or in a class that encourages interaction. Personally, I didn't have issues with social life as an art major, since most people I encountered generally had the same interests as me, and it was easy to make friends.
The school overall is good with the services they provide, if you take advantage... Read More
Sms
Reviewed: 1/15/2026
Degree: Liberal Studies
CSUF was a good school, I enjoyed my time there. The school did a good job on academics, not leanient and not hard core standards.
The campus was a bit older and it showed, but it was still a nice campus especially hanging in the quad. Plenty of shaded space, a nearby coffee spot that had refills for cheap, and plenty of sunlight.
Shy
Reviewed: 1/14/2026
Degree: Kinesiology
The university coursework was great and I had decent professors however I will say that my chosen field of study is pretty low paying and almost worthless when you consider the student loans to repay. I would suggest researching better majors and potentially other universities
Ryann
Reviewed: 12/8/2025
Degree: Kinesiology
My college experience at CSUF was truly wonderful. The campus offered endless opportunities to learn, grow, and connect. Professors were supportive and passionate, and advisors were always ready to help guide my path. I loved the vibrant campus life, from the spacious library to the student centers and events. CSUF provided the perfect balance of academics, community, and resources, making my time there unforgettable.
Frawsty
Reviewed: 12/8/2025
Degree: Computer Science
Cal state Fullerton was a great experience for me. Being a first time college student, the environment at school felt safe and everyone was really friendly with each other. The freshmen orientation that you are required to go to really helps break the ice and get to know more about the school and meet new people.
Anonymous
Reviewed: 12/5/2025
Degree: Sociology
California State Fullerton was a great university to attend. The faculty and staff are a big help to incoming freshman, transfers, and international student. They offer many programs that fit a person’s interest. I highly recommend this university for its programs and professors because of how great they are.
Joseph
Reviewed: 12/5/2025
Degree: Computer Science
I found the Computer Science department at California State University, Fullerton to be extremely lacking during my time there. I transferred from a community college, and found that my instructors there were far more helpful and insightful than any of my professors at CSUF. All of my instructors at CSUF hardly understood the material, and were generally terrible at teaching; every class I took I taught myself all of the material. It is hard to find anything positive to say about this school due... Read More