- AcademicsB
- ValueA-
- DiversityA-
- CampusB-
- AthleticsA+
- Party SceneB+
- ProfessorsB
- LocationB-
- DormsNG
- Campus FoodB
- Student LifeB-
- SafetyB
California State University - Fresno is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Mountain West Conference
California State University - Fresno Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
54%
SAT Range
800-1010
ACT Range
16-22
Application Fee
$55
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
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Cost
Net Price
$6,177/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Academics
Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
24:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 72%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.132 responses
- 34%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.145 responses
- 55%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.145 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Business Administration and Management
661 GraduatesCriminology
395 GraduatesLiberal Arts and Humanities
336 GraduatesParks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
297 GraduatesPsychology
296 GraduatesHealth Service Preparatory Studies
227 GraduatesNursing
137 GraduatesCommunication Disorders
134 GraduatesEarly Childhood Education
130 GraduatesAgricultural Business
126 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
18,843Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
13%
Pell Grant
64%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
- 55%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.179 responses
Poll
- 72%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.228 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,300/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
57%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%- 74%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.86 responses
California State University - Fresno Reviews
2,373 reviews
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Fresno State is an excellent university. I am currently majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry and can from the bottom of my heart say that its science department provides all of the tools needed for students to succeed in their courses including labs as well as consists of respectful, passionate and driven professors and instructors. They clearly love what they do and it reflects inside the classroom, lecture halls and laboratories. I am grateful for the welcoming and homely environment Fresno State offers me on campus! I look to further my education in research at Fresno and owe my success to this university thanks to all options of diverse clubs, success-driven students whom surround me and the wonderful professors willing to put all of their time necessary for student achievement and success.
As a freshman attending Fresno State, my experience has been nothing but fun, hard work, and plenty of stress. Fresno State is a clean, friendly, and safe environment. It’s nice knowing I am on a safe campus, I feel safe here! The professors are very oriented, some really care about the students education and they are willing to help those who are having trouble throughout the course. The atmosphere around here is fulfilled with energized and motivated students. When I go into the library to do some work, the students are very committed into getting their work done. Living on campus has been such a fun and great college experience so far, and I’m glad I was able to experience the dorm life here at Fresno State. When I have questions, the professors are more than happy to help, and the staff on campus is just overall very helpful. Personally, I love to watch sports, and going to some sports games is really diverting. Overall, my experience at Fresno State has been very abundant!
My experience at Fresno State has been one filled with fun, stress, and lots of hard work. I am involved in both the science and music colleges on campus, so I have seen both the very diverse sides of Fresno State. Both places have provided me with an incredible amount of opportunity in my future field and with friendships that have lasted me for my entire stay at State. There are also no shortage of teachers that are willing to help students get through their tough classes, and many of these proffessionals inspire me every day to continue to learn and pursue my dreams. As for athletics, being in the band has allowed me witness the amazing culture on campus surronding our athletics program. From volleyball to football, the students are so supportive of there fellow classmates and the enviroment is one of positivity despite what may happen on the playing field. Overall my experience at Fresno State has been a great!