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California State University - Fresno
California State University - Fresno
FRESNO, CA . 4 Year 3.7
#802 in Best Colleges in America
5241 N MAPLE AVE FRESNO, CA 93740

Overview

California State University – Fresno is located in Fresno, a major agricultural hub in central California, and is a public comprehensive university offering a wide range of academic programs, including 38 undergraduate majors and 15 graduate programs. The university comprises colleges such as the College of Agricultural Sciences, the College of Engineering, the College of Business, the College of Education, and the College of Health and Human Sciences, distinguished by its strong industry connections and practice-oriented education. Benefiting from its location in an agricultural region, the campus excels in fields such as agricultural engineering, agronomy, and water resource management, while also offering abundant internship and research opportunities. Small class sizes and a low student-to-faculty ratio enhance interaction between students and faculty. The campus community is diverse and inclusive, with comprehensive living and learning resources, making it ideal for students seeking practical skills and career development.

Rankings

  • 77

    #77 in Best College Athletics in America

  • 5

    #5 78 in Best Colleges in America

  • 112

    #112 in Best Big Colleges in America

  • Best College Athletics in America 77 of 1,344
  • Best Big Colleges in America 112 of 126
  • Best Hispanic-Serving Institutions in America 140 of 405

Academics

  • B Academics
  • A Value
  • A Diversity
  • BCampus
  • AAthletics
  • A Party Scene
  • BProfessors
  • B Location
  • ADorms
  • A Campus Food
  • A Student Life
  • B+Safety

Majors

  • Business
    819 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    594 Graduates
  • Psychology
    498 Graduates
  • Criminology
    397 Graduates
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
    267 Graduates
  • Nursing
    154 Graduates
  • Sociology
    147 Graduates
  • Biology
    141 Graduates
  • Health Service Preparatory Studies
    132 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    130 Graduates

Admissions

  • November 30
    Application Deadline
  • 97%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $70
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    890-1100
  • ACT Range
    16-21
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action
    No

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $10,314
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    85%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    57%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    18,516 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    3,671
  • Undergrads Over 25
    15%
  • Pell Grant
    62%
  • Varsity Athletes
    2%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    19:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Mountain West Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS

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