Sacramento State University
Founded 1947
President Luke Wood (President)
Fees USD 7,368
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State) is a public university founded in 1947, located in Sacramento — California’s state capital. Sacramento State enrolls approximately 30,000 students and serves a critical role in training professionals for California state government, healthcare, and business. The university is known for its College of Business Administration, its criminal justice programs, and its nursing school.
Colleges
- College of Business Administration — AACSB-accredited
- College of Engineering and Computer Science — ABET-accredited
- College of Health and Human Services — Nursing and social work
- College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies — Criminal justice
How to Apply
- Application: Cal State Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~71%
- In-State Tuition: ~$7,368
Key Deadlines
- Application Window: October 1–November 30