California State University-Monterey Bay

California State University-Monterey Bay is a public four-year institution located in Seaside, California, within a midsize suburban setting. The university enrolls 7,861 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 58 out of 100. It reports a 63% completion rate and a 79% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), reflecting moderate student persistence through its degree programs.

Among its career-focused offerings, CSUMB provides programs in Registered Nursing at the associate's level and Physician Associate/Assistant at the bachelor's level. These health sciences programs prepare students for direct entry into clinical practice roles in the healthcare industry.

Located on California's Central Coast near the Monterey Peninsula, CSUMB sits in a region with growing healthcare demand driven by both local community needs and the area's significant tourism and military presence. The university offers students a public institution option for pursuing healthcare credentials in a coastal California setting, combining the affordability of the CSU system with career-oriented health sciences training.