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William Jessup University

Rocklin, California

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Overview

Enrollment

1,624
William Jessup University overview
Location Rocklin, California
Online jessup.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Rural Fringe
Religious Affiliation Other Protestant
William Jessup University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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William Jessup University, established in 1939 and located in Rocklin, California, is a private Christian liberal arts university. Positioned just 20 miles northeast of Sacramento, Jessup offers a suburban campus environment that integrates a blend of modern and mission-style architecture across its facilities. The university boasts a diverse selection of undergraduate programs, with notable emphasis on business, psychology, and liberal studies, aligning with its commitment to Christian education. William Jessup maintains a holistic admissions process and provides on-campus housing options to foster an immersive educational experience. While the university is not primarily known for athletics, it competes in the NAIA as the Jessup Warriors.

In the most recent statistical year 710 prospective students applied, and 468 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 160 enrolled in the school.  1,236 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 388 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $36,000 plus fees of $1,150. San Jose Christian College is ranked 471 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

6/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

5/10

Value

San Jose Christian College is rated within the top 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Moderate
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SAT 1020/1230
GPA 3.33

Applications Accepted

65.9% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $60

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$36,000
Costs for William Jessup University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$1,150
Room and Board $13,249
Budget for Other Expenses$3,051
Total One Year Cost$54,602

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$40,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

54% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by William Jessup University students
Subject Percent of Class
Psychology 31%
Theology and Religious Vvocations 28%
Business 21%
Education 7%
Social Sciences 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024