For social mobility among all Western regional universities
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
Cal State Monterey Bay is proud to be ranked and recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Money, Forbes, and the Wall Street Journal in areas like social mobility, affordability, and accessibility.
A Cal State Monterey Bay education provides a lifetime of value.
“Cal State Monterey Bay's consistently high rankings reflect our commitment to uplifting students’ lives, academic excellence and making education accessible for all.”
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The rankings recognize CSUMB's emphasis on accessibility, affordability, public service and positive outcomes for graduates.
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The university ranked No. 24 among California public universities.
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Cal State Monterey Bay placed No. 2 among regional Western colleges and universities for social mobility.