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California State University, Stanislaus is a mid-to-large sized campus in the Cal State system. The educate over 8,900 undergraduate students and have a healthy population of graduate students, as well. The undergraduates have 45 total undergraduate programs and over 2,000 courses to choose from. Bachelor's degree programs are offered in four different areas: the college of arts, humanities, and social sciences; college of education, kinesiology, and social work; the college of science; and the college of business administration. While students arrive on campus to learn and find an on-ramp to a career, they can also exploit Stanislaus State's extracurricular offerings. After all, education is about more than tests and papers.


Overview of California State University, Stanislaus (Stanislaus State)


Stanislaus State is a university experience for everybody. All are welcome in California’s Central Valley. Truly. We represent a diverse group of students that have worked for their successes. We all belong here. Together, as warriors, we celebrate each other’s diverse background and support our academic goals and achievements. With hands-on learning, our instructors become mentors and lead our students on the paths towards brighter futures.

General Information


School Type Public
Campus Setting Suburb: Small
Campus Housing Yes
Student Faculty Ratio 17:1
Graduation Rate 58%
Year Founded 1960

Student Enrollment


Total Students10,154

 
Undergraduate
8,926
Graduate
1,228

Undergraduate Student

Male 2,946
3,403
Female 5,980
6,320

Graduate Student

Male 405
438
Female 823
813

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Stanislaus State Acceptance Rate and Admissions


APPLICATIONS5,334

 
Male 1,808
Female 3,526

ACCEPTANCE5,174

 
Male 1,754
Female 3,455

Acceptance Rate97%

Male 97%
Female 98%

Enrollment 1,067

Male 361
Female 705
Admissions
Application Fee N/A
High School GPA Required
High School Rank N/A
High School Transcripts Required
College Prep Courses Required
Recommendations N/A
SAT/ACT Recommended
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) N/A
Application Deadline November 30
Common Application Accepted No

Stanislaus State Tuition Cost & Financial Aid


Prior to enrollment, every student and their family is interested in knowing the full cost of a college degree. Since Stanislaus State is a publicly funded institution, costs are expected to be low. In fact, California residents pay around $8,500 for a full year of tuition, books, supplies, and other fees. Non-resident students pay over $20,000 for the same educational experience. Both residents and non-residents need to also cover living costs. At Stanislaus State, the cost of living ranges from $15,000 to around $18,000 for on- and off-campus living, respectively.

This is only part of the story, however. Once financial aid is tallied, students find a much more affordable net price. The average net price for a year at Stanislaus State is a very reasonable $7,300. These costs go even lower for the lowest-earning households, who see average net costs of $4,000 per year. Meanwhile, households with incomes that exceed $110,000 may see an average net price that is a very pleasant $15,000.

Average net price 2018-2019
Net Price $7,316
Average Total Aid $11,362
Students Receiving Financial Aid 89%
Room & Board $12,728

Sticker Price


  • Tuition In-State - $7,826
  • Tuition Out-of-State - $19,706
  • Books and Supplies - $1,038
  • Room & Board - $12,728
  • Other - $3,714

Popular Academic Programs at Stanislaus State


Every college student heads to their university to earn a degree that will help them succeed in later life. Thus, every aspiring college student needs to attend an institution that offers strong academics and the promise of a solid, well-rounded education. To measure academic value, researchers assess several different academic statistics. The retention and graduation rates stand out as two of the stronger measures.

California State University - Stanislaus State is able to offer students a dynamite academic experience. Researchers know this because 87% of Stanislaus State's first-time, full-time students are retained into their second year. This retention rate indicates that the vast majority of Stanislaus State's students and their families are pleased with the instructors, curriculum, and campus culture. The value of the retention rate is found in the graduation rate, which is 57% for graduation within six years. However, that number rises to 64% for students who need up to eight years to complete their diplomas. Given the rise in students who must work through their college years, this eight-year window is increasingly common.

These academic statistics show that this smaller CSU campus is able to attract and maintain sharp and dedicated students.

Student Population Total


Student Population 10,154

Undergraduate
8,926
Graduate
1,228
Evening Classes : No
Online Learning : Yes

Most Popular Programs & Majors

(# of Diplomas Awarded by Subject)


All Business Majors 411 Total Graduates / 17%
Business Administration and Management, General 411 Graduates
All Psycholog Majors 362 Total Graduates / 15%
Psychology, General 362 Graduates
All Social Science Majors 291 Total Graduates / 12%
Sociology, General 167 Graduates
Social Sciences, General 63 Graduates
Political Science and Government, General 20 Graduates
Economics, General 18 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities 234 Total Graduates / 10%
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 234 Graduates
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services 222 Total Graduates / 9%
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 222 Graduates
All Other Diplomas 36%

Outcome & Salary


After graduation, students want to start reaping a return on their educational dollar. While there is no guarantee that any degree will result in any specific job or salary, researchers can assess alumni earnings to help current students get an idea of how they may fare post-graduation. Of the top five earning majors, Stanislaus State's registered nursing students lead the pack with starting salaries of over $99,000. At the lower end of that scale, communication and media studies bachelor's degree holders report a median salary of $33,000. In the middle of the pack, Stanislaus State agriculture students post median earnings of $42,000.

Graduates Salary
College Grads Early Career Salary $50,700
College Grads Average Salary $69,165
College Grads Mid Career Salary $98,500
Return on Investment (ROI)
10 Year Salary Earnings Potential $691,650
20 Year Salary Earnings Potential $1,676,650
Cost of Education (Net Price) 4 Year $28,276
10 Year Projected ROI $663,374
20 Year Projected ROI $1,648,374
No College Education Salary Comparison
National Average Salary $38,792
10 Year Projected Income $387,920
20 Year Projected Income $775,840

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