Arcata, CA · Public university · Town (remote)
| Item | Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & fees (in-state) | $7,864 | Published rate before aid |
| Tuition & fees (out-of-state) | $19,744 | Published rate before aid |
| Room & board (on campus) | $12,540 | Annual |
| Books & supplies | $1,090 | Estimated annual |
| Total sticker cost | $24,202 | Everything, before aid |
| Average actual cost paid | $13,952 | After grants and scholarships — this is the number that matters |
Students here pay on average $10,250 less than the sticker price — about 42% off, once grants and scholarships are counted.
Share of degrees awarded, US Dept. of Education.
| Athletic association | D-I |
| Men’s varsity sports (5) | Track & Field (60), Soccer (34), Wrestling (27), Cross Country (23), Basketball (15) |
| Women’s varsity sports (7) | Rowing (32), Soccer (32), Track & Field (29), Softball (23), Volleyball (20), Cross Country (16), Basketball (15) |
| Softball conference | CCAA |
| Head softball coach | Megan Corriea |
Squad sizes in brackets, from the federal Equity in Athletics survey (2024–25). Filter by sport and division on the interactive map.
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