College comparison

California State University-Long Beach vs Florida International University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA	Florida International University Miami, FL
Acceptance rateCalifornia State University-Long Beach is more selective	46%	55%
SAT (25–75)	—	1070–1260
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	35,924	39,508
Avg net price	$10,440	$9,288
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Long Beach, CA	Miami, FL

Quick answers

Is California State University-Long Beach or Florida International University harder to get into?

California State University-Long Beach is more selective: California State University-Long Beach's acceptance rate is approximately 46% and Florida International University's is approximately 55% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for California State University-Long Beach vs Florida International University?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at California State University-Long Beach and 1070–1260 at Florida International University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.