Race & Ethnicity
California State University-Northridge has a diverse student body with 77% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
California State University-Northridge offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
California State University-Northridge has a gender distribution of 54% female students and 46% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
39% of total enrollment
46% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
California State University-Northridge serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 50% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 18% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
50%
Traditional Age (18-21)
18%
Non-Traditional (25+)
15%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
California State University-Northridge attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 97% in-state residents, 1% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
97% of student body
1% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
37 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
77%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
54%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
18%
Non-Traditional Age