Student Life Cycle Metrics

The Admissions page shows how Otters begin their journey at Cal State Monterey Bay with detailed data on first-time freshmen and transfer student admission trends, including counts of admits, confirmations and enrolled students, as well as indicators like academic preparation and yield rates. It provides a clear snapshot of how many students move from admit to enrollment each fall based on official institutional reporting.

The Enrollment pages offer an overview of who is enrolled at Cal State Monterey Bay, including overall headcount and student demographics. It also breaks down enrollment by student type—such as undergraduates, new freshmen, transfers and graduate students—and by academic major, providing a clear picture of the university’s student population.

The Courses page highlights how courses contribute to the student experience at Cal State Monterey Bay by presenting data on course enrollment, student credit hours and instructional activity. It shows information across different academic levels and departments, offering insight into course demand and instructional patterns within the university.

The Retention and Graduation page shares data on how Otters persist and complete their studies at Cal State Monterey Bay, including retention rates and graduation rates for first-time freshmen, upper division transfer and first-time graduate student cohorts. This information offers insight into student persistence, progress toward degree completion and outcomes that reflect academic success and support across the institution.

The Degrees page highlights the number and types of degrees awarded at Cal State Monterey Bay, including undergraduate and graduate degrees. It provides insight into academic achievement by showing how many Otters complete their programs, helping illustrate the university’s contribution to student success and workforce preparation.

The Alumni page presents data on alumni fundraising activity, including counts of alumni of record, those contacted, donors and giving rates over time. This information offers a transparent view of how Otters remain connected and engaged with Cal State Monterey Bay after graduation through philanthropic support.