Empowering the Inland Empire. Elevating California. CSUSB's Economic Impact.
Cal State San Bernardino is the heart of innovation and opportunity in the Inland Empire — and ranked No. 2 in the nation for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal. Every year, our students, faculty, and alumni help power regional growth, create jobs, and strengthen California’s economy. With nearly $1 billion in regional industry activity and a statewide impact of more than $4.7 billion, CSUSB continues to define what’s possible for our communities and our state.
Strengthening Our Region
CSUSB is more than a university — it’s an economic and educational engine for Inland Southern California.
9,100 jobs supported across San Bernardino and Riverside counties
$981.5 million in industry activity
$406.5 million in wages earned
$76.7 million in local and state tax revenue
Each graduate, partnership, and research initiative adds strength to the communities we serve.
A Force for California’s Future
From the Inland Empire to every corner of the state, CSUSB’s influence drives opportunity and innovation.
Statewide Impact
- 9,700 jobs supported
- $1.2 billion in industry activity
- $459.9 million in wages earned
- $87.7 million in tax revenue
Through education, research, and public service, CSUSB strengthens California’s workforce and economic vitality.
Return on Investment that Multiplies Opportunity
During the 2023-2024 academic year, the state’s investment in Cal State San Bernardino (operating and average capital appropriations) totaled $114.5 million
For every $1 the state invests in Cal State San Bernardino, $10.06 in statewide industry activity is generated. When the success of our alumni is included, that impact grows to $50.81 — a return that transforms lives and builds a stronger California for all.
Source: CSU Economic Impact Study, 2025
Our Alumni Move California Forward
Cal State San Bernardino alumni had higher median income attributed to their CSU degree, totaling $3.7 billion which supported statewide impacts fueling $4.7 billion in industry activity, supporting 22,000 jobs, and generating $364 million in state and local tax revenue. Every success story strengthens the Coyote network — proving that when one of us rises, we all move forward together.
Defining Tomorrow’s Industries
CSUSB prepares students to lead in the fastest-growing fields shaping our future:
- Cybersecurity & AI Leadership: Through the Center for Cyber and AI, students gain real-world experience in protecting and advancing digital systems.
- California’s First School of Entrepreneurship: One of fewer than 15 worldwide, CSUSB’s School of Entrepreneurship empowers innovators to launch ventures that impact communities and economies. At CSUSB, we don’t just prepare students for the future — we help them create it.
Discover how CSUSB’s impact reaches beyond campus to drive opportunity, innovation, and growth throughout the Inland Empire and California.
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