CSUS Description

California State University, Sacramento is an integral part of the community, committed to access, excellence and diversity.

California State University, Sacramento is dedicated to the life-altering potential of learning that balances a liberal arts education with depth of knowledge in a discipline. We are committed to providing an excellent education to all eligible applicants who aspire to expand their knowledge and prepare themselves for meaningful lives, careers, and service to their community.

Reflecting the metropolitan character of the area, California State University, Sacramento is a richly diverse community. As such, the University is committed to fostering in all its members a sense of inclusiveness, respect for human differences, and concern for others. In doing so, we strive to create a pluralistic community in which members participate collaboratively in all aspects of university life.

California State University, Sacramento is committed to teaching and learning as its primary responsibility. In both the academic and student support programs, success is measured in terms of student learning. In addition, the University recognizes the vital connections between pedagogy and learning, research activities and classroom instruction, and co-curricular involvement and civic responsibility. All students, regardless of their entering levels of preparation, are expected to complete their degree programs with the analytical skills necessary to understand the social, economic, political, cultural, and ecological complexities of an increasingly interconnected world.

Quick Facts

Location

Southwest

Setting

Large City Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Hornets

Nickname

Cal State Sacramento

Website

www.csus.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$4,900

Out-of-State Tuition

$16,060

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

29,244

CSUS Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
24,506
Freshman Class
2,622
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
29,244

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
83%
Graduate
17%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
96%
Part-Time
4%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
98%
Out-of-State
2%

Gender of Students

Women
59%
Men
41%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
6%
Asian
19%
Caucasian
42%
Latino
16%
Other
17%

Students State Origin

California
98%
Other
2%

International Students

International
2%
Domestic
98%