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Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
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91%Acceptance rate
3.19Avg GPA
$37KCost
5KUndergrads
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Sonoma State University

Rohnert Park, California•Public

Message from Sonoma State University

Sonoma State University is a place where students can discover their path academically, personally, and professionally. Located in Northern California, SSU offers a close-knit community where belonging isn’t just a hope, it’s the experience. With a supportive 17:1 average student–faculty ratio, students build meaningful connections with professors and peers, find their people, and form friendships that shape their journey. Recognized for strong student outcomes, SSU ranks #1 for Best College Housing in California and earns top California State University system rankings for return on investment and four-year graduation rates, ensuring students are set up for success.

Your chances

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Acceptance rate

91%

Public school in California with 5,200 total undergraduate students
Suburban
Far West
On campus housing
California Collegiate Athletic Association
sonoma.edu
1801 E. Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
(707) 664-2880

Admissions

Overall acceptance rate
91%
Yield rate - overall
6%

Acceptance rate breakdown

Women
91%
Men
89%

Applicant breakdown

Total number of applicants
15,350
Women: 59%
Men: 41%
sonoma.edu/admissions

Cost & scholarships

Your estimated net cost
$ ? / year
In-state
$23,988
Out-of-state
$37,308

Average net cost after aid

Income
Average net cost
$0–30,000
$9,278
$30,001–48,000
$11,078
$48,001–75,000
$14,627
$75,001–110,000
$19,415
Over $110,000
$22,112

Published costs and averages can be misleading: they don’t fully account for your family’s finances (for financial aid) or your academic profile (for scholarships).

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Applications

How to apply

Doesn’t accept Common App
Test not used
Rec letters not used
Doesn’t consider class rank
TOEFL not used (international applicants)
Policies can change. Please confirm by looking at this school’s website.

Students

First-year enrolled students (full-time)
856
Student diversity
Diverse
4-year graduation rate
45%
6-year graduation rate
58%
Retention rate
79%
Admission policy
Co-ed
International students
2%

Enrolled breakdown by gender

Women: 65%
Men: 35%

Race & ethnicity diversity

Among domestic students
Asian and Pacific Islander
5%
Black
2%
Hispanic
34%
Native American
1%
Other
14%
White
44%

Academics

Student faculty ratio
11:1
Calendar system
Semester

Special academic offering

Study abroad

Credit for AP and IB exams

Offers graduate degree

Academic and career counseling

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