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California State University, Sacramento
| Region: | Southwest |
|---|---|
| Setting: | Large City Setting |
| Type: | Public |
| Affiliation: | Not applicable |
| Size: | Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad) |
| Mascot: | Hornets |
| Nickname: | Cal State Sacramento |
| Website: | www.csus.edu |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Selectivity: | Selective |
| In-State Tuition: | $6,620 |
| Out-of-State Tuition: | $18,278 |
| Retention Rate: | 82% |
| Enrollment: | 30,534 |
| Year Established: | 1947 |
About CSUS
With a commitment to academic innovation and excellence, California State University, Sacramento, is among the most comprehensive of the California State schools. Its urban campus houses nearly 30,000 students, about 23,000 of whom are undergraduates.
Sacramento State’s academics are divided amongst several colleges:
- Arts & Letters
- Business Administration
- Continuing Education
- Education
- Engineering & Computer Science
- Health & Human Services
- Natural Sciences & Mathematics
- Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Studies
There are more than 80 academic departments, providing an endless range of subjects to explore. If you’ve already completed your bachelor’s degree and are interested in further study, the university also offers more than 40 degree programs for continuing education.
Any high school graduate who has completed the comprehensive college prep coursework qualifies for regular undergraduate admissions at Sacramento State. Graduate admissions vary by department; contact the Office of Graduate Study for more information.
Sacramento State offers financial aid based on both need and merit. The priority deadline for the FAFSA is March 2. Scholarship application procedures depend on the program, but the general application deadline for institutional scholarships is March 15.
CSUS Ratings & Reviews
Overall School Rating:
Rated 4.5 of 5 Stars 8 Reviews
50% of students gave California State University, Sacramento 5 stars overall.
Student Ratings
Ramishia Mckissick Student at This School - Grad Year 2013
I love the campus! It is absolutely beautiful. I was overwhelmed by how huge it was, especially since I came from a community college. I feel more comfortable there now and it is beginning to feel like home!
Alumnus - Grad Year 1982
The school has made dramatic improvements over the past ten years to attract a diverse population and provide better physical facilities.
CSUS Map & Location
California State University, Sacramento
6000 J St
Sacramento, CA 95819
Getting Around CSUS
Walkability
Very good walkability. We recommend walking in this area.
Transit
Some transit. This area has limited public transportation.
Weather
Seasonal average temperatures for Sacramento, CA
CSUS Students
| Full-Time Undergrad Students | 26,912 |
|---|---|
| Freshman Class | 4,980 |
| Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students) | 30,534 |
Ethnic Diversity:
- Latino: 22%
- African American: 7%
- Caucasian: 37%
- Asian: 20%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander: 1%
- Unknown and Other: 14%
| Latino | 22% |
|---|---|
| African American | 7% |
| Caucasian | 37% |
| Asian | 20% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1% |
| Unknown and Other | 14% |
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