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California State University Channel Islands, also known as CSUCI, is located in Camarillo, California, United States. It was established in the year 2002 and is under the California State University system. Students can obtain degrees in various fields of study including applied physics, computer engineering, education, information technology, environmental science, and public administration.
CSUCI's athletic teams participate in various sports such as golf, basketball, volleyball, flag football, cross country, soccer, and softball. The university is home to many student clubs and organizations including the Instrumental Music Club, Campus Crusade for Christ, Computer Science Club, Gamma Beta Phi, and Free Radicals Science Club. The student-run college newpaper is called the "Channel Islands View."
CSU Channel Islands is located in Camarillo, CA (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by CSU Channel Islands is the Master's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. CSU Channel Islands is known for its programs in art studies, therapy and counseling, and liberal arts.
The school does not offer open admission. CSU Channel Islands admitted just 45% of applicants in 2007. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 440. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 440 and 550.
CSU Channel Islands has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
CSU Channel Islands had 3,599 enrolled students in 2007.
The school is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Placing students at the center of the educational experience, California State University Channel Islands provides undergraduate and graduate education that facilitates learning within and across disciplines through integrative approaches, emphasizes experiential and service learning, and graduates students with multicultural and international perspectives."
More complete details are provided below.
California State University Channel Islands
One University Dr
Camarillo, CA 93012
General Phone: (805) 437-8400
http://www.csuci.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 172 | liberal arts and sciences, history, English, sociology, Spanish language |
| Business And Management | 82 | business management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 78 | psychology |
| Art Studies | 37 | art studies |
| Science | 30 | biology, chemistry |
| Education And Teaching | 11 | educational administration |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer science, information technology |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | environmental studies |
Number of programs and degrees for CSU Channel Islands in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 402 | 14 |
| Master's degree | 21 | 2 |
In 2007, CSU Channel Islands had a total enrollment of 3,599 students (3,120 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 92% |
| Graduate | 8% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 54% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 24% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 27% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 99% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
CSU Channel Islands offers campus housing for 779 of its 3,120 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Camarillo, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 4,926 | 2,213 | 45% | 464 | 21% |
| Men | 1,777 | 783 | 44% | 172 | 22% |
| Women | 3,149 | 1,430 | 45% | 292 | 20% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 94% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 18% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,452 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,622 |
| Room and board | $ 10,630 |
| Room charge | $ 7,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,300 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,400 |
Financial Aid:
CSU Channel Islands participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3980300)
CSU Channel Islands has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 19 | 13 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 22 | 24 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 21 | 23 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $123,747 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $114,768 | 6 | $118,868 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 11 | $100,740 | 4 | $98,460 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $85,881 | 11 | $85,359 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $80,191 | 17 | $78,707 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 19 | $59,337 | 21 | $57,859 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 58 | $78,532 | 53 | $73,318 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets CSU Channel Islands Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 3% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in science (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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