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California State University Fresno

Fresno, California

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Overview

Enrollment

23,999
California State University Fresno overview
Location Fresno, California
Online csufresno.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Large City
California State University Fresno overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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California State University-Fresno, commonly known as Fresno State, is a public university located in Fresno, California within the fertile San Joaquin Valley. Established in 1911, the university features a suburban campus characterized by its notable Central California-style architecture and the presence of the Craig School of Business' well-regarded modern facilities. Serving a diverse student body, Fresno State offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in agriculture, business, engineering, and education. The university operates on a semester-based academic calendar and has a moderately selective admissions process. Residential options are available, with on-campus housing accommodating a significant portion of the student population. While Fresno State participates in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Mountain West Conference, it is particularly recognized for its achievements in baseball and football.

In the most recent statistical year 18,551 prospective students applied, and 17,703 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 3,458 enrolled in the school.  19,412 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,587 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $921. California State University-Fresno is ranked 891 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

4/10

Overall

2/10

Academics

3/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

6/10

Value

California State University-Fresno is rated within the lower 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for California State University Fresno within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy
California State University Fresno overview
SAT 890/1100
ACT 16/21
Estimated GPA 3.12

Applications Accepted

95.4% 
California State University Fresno overview
Applications Due Dec 15, 2024
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $70

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$5,742
In State Costs for California State University Fresno
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$921
Room and Board $11,080
Budget for Other Expenses$3,994
Total One Year Cost$22,889

Out of State Resident Tuition

$17,622
Out of State Costs for California State University Fresno
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$921
Room and Board $11,080
Budget for Other Expenses$3,994
Total One Year Cost$34,769

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$46,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

49% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by California State University Fresno students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 17%
Health Professions 12%
Social Sciences 12%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 8%
Psychology 6%

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Questions and Answers

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Current students may use the California State University Fresno GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.

Last updated February 24, 2024