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CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY - SACRAMENTO (Sacramento State)

  • 6000 J St
  • Sacramento, CA 95819
  • OPEID College Code: 00115000
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  • General Phone: (916) 278-6011
  • President: Alexander Gonzalez
  • Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Other
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 29,241
  • College Alias: Sacramento State
  • College Mascot: Hornets
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California State University - Sacramento is a public university situated five miles from the California State Capitol on a lovely 300-acre campus, lush with trees and landscaping.  There are many trails along the nearby American River Parkway, that link to the Sacramento State campus and student housing. 

 

Sacramento State is comprised of seven colleges and a College of Continuing Education, offering over 60 undergraduate, 40 graduate and two doctoral degree programs.  It has more than 30 community service centers and research centers.  These include the Center for California Studies, the Center for Collaborative Policy, the Center for Small Businesses, and the Institute for Social Research, among others.

 

History 

California State University - Sacramento was founded in 1947 as Sacramento State College, during a higher education "boom" after World War II.  In 1953, the university moved to its permanent location near the American River. The university became part of the California State University system in 1960, and changed its name to California State University - Sacramento in 1972.  Although the official name remains the same, since 2004 the school has been commonly known as "Sacramento State."

 

Academics 

The academic calendar of California State University - Sacramento follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters.

 

Colleges and Schools 

  • College of Arts and Letters
  • College of Business Administration
  • College of Continuing Education (CCE)
  • College of Education
  • College of Engineering and Computer Science
  • College of Health and Human Services
  • College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
  • College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

 

Student Life

California State University - Sacramento offers more than 250 student clubs and organizations, including an active intramural sports program and many programs in arts, speech and debate, and more.  Student groups perform comedy shows and musical concerts throughout the year.  Many student resources are available, including a multi-cultural center, dining services, and student housing on and off campus.

 

Traditions

 

The school colors are green and gold, and the school mascot is "Herky" the hornet.

 

Athletics 

The Sacramento "Hornets" athletic teams compete in 20 intercollegiate sports through the NCAA Division and Big Sky Conference.  The Sacramento State sports include:

 

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field

 

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

 

Community Life 

Sacramento is an affordable city, offering countless restaurants, art galleries, shopping boutiques and other entertainment near the campus. There are many parks, rivers and outdoor recreational areas in the region, such as Folsom Lake, among others.

 

 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
    • State Approved for Certification
  • ROTC
    • Army Air Force
Accreditation
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
    • Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, High Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
  • Enrollment Classification
    • High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
 
 
 
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    Admission Fees Fall 2008
  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $55.00
  • Graduate Application Fee: $55.00
 
    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • Recommended
 
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants7,52510,60718,132
Number Granted Admission (%)4,817 (64%)7,314 (69%)12,131 (67%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)1,078 (22%)1,544 (21%)2,622 (22%)
 
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam2,22985%
ACT ® Exam1928%
 
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading410520
SAT ® Math420550
SAT ® Writing--
 
ACT ® Composite1722
ACT ® English1522
ACT ® Math1724
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
    Financial Aid Links and Information
  • Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 65%
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving28%40%43%40%
Avg Amount Receiving$4,817$4,487$2,145$3,635
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)3.6%3.0%2.5%
Number in Default170134119
Number in Repayment4,6634,3274,633
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$4,900$3,854$3,558
In-State Tuition and Fees$4,900$3,854$3,558
Out of State Tuition and Fees$16,060$14,024$13,728
Books and Supplies$1,734$1,656$1,386
 
Housing Expenses
On Campus
Room and Board$11,332$11,210$10,102
Other Expenses$3,512$3,414$3,104
Off Campus
Room and Board$11,970$11,472$10,458
Other Expenses$3,944$3,838$3,588
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$3,964$3,838$3,608
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$21,478$20,134$18,150
In-State$21,478$20,134$18,150
Out of State$32,638$30,304$28,320
Off Campus
In-District$22,548$20,820$18,990
In-State$22,548$20,820$18,990
Out of State$33,708$30,990$29,160
Off Campus with Family
In-District$10,598$9,366$8,552
In-State$10,598$9,366$8,552
Out of State$21,758$19,536$18,722
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 BachelorMasterDoctor
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology1369-
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Business Administration1,112161-
 
Communications and Journalism
Communication40113-
Journalism36--
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Science4824-
 
Education
Business Teacher Education-1-
Counseling and Guidance Services-91-
Early Childhood Education185--
Education-283-
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education29--
 
Engineering
Civil Engineering8210-
Computer Engineering166-
Computer Software Engineering-6-
Electrical Engineering6152-
Mechanical Engineering499-
 
Engineering Technology
Construction Engineering Technology27--
Engineering Technology16--
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature13952-
 
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Asian Civilization Studies10--
Ethnic, Cultural Minority and Gender Studies, Other26--
 
Family and Consumer Sciences
Family and Consumer Sciences85--
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
French Language and Literature5--
Spanish Language and Literature2319-
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Communication Disorders5123-
Health Services87--
Nursing23536-
Physical Therapy-31-
 
History
History12715-
Public and Applied History and Archival Administration--1
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Gerontology5--
Interdisciplinary Studies, Other524-
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Liberal Arts20213-
Humanistic Studies22--
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics326-
 
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Science30--
Environmental Studies4--
 
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy32--
 
Physical Sciences
Chemistry304-
Geology and Earth Science243-
Physics2--
 
Psychology
Psychology28317-
 
Public Administration and Social Services
Public Administration-28-
Social Work131130-
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Health and Physical Education12214-
Parks and Recreation395-
 
Security and Protective Services
Criminal Justice40716-
 
Social Sciences
Anthropology373-
Economics802-
Geography32--
International Relations and Affairs-2-
Political Science1069-
Social Sciences53--
Sociology1212-
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Cinematography and Film2--
Drama242-
Graphic Design44--
Interior Design27--
Music8--
Music Performance225-
Photography46--
Art Studies705-
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 29,241
    • Undergraduate: 24,820 Graduate: 4,421
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
    • Male: 12,084 Female: 17,157
  • Undergraduate Gender
    • Male: 10,559 Female: 14,261
  • Graduate Gender
    • Male: 1,525 Female: 2,896
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
    • Full-Time: 22,496 Part-Time: 6,745
  • Undergraduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 20,027 Part-Time: 4,793
  • Graduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 2,469 Part-Time: 1,952
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien6842%
American Indian2180.7%
Black1,9397%
Asian5,45619%
Hispanic4,83817%
White12,20442%
Unknown3,90213%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 18650.2%
Ages 18-195,05717%
Ages 20-215,58619%
Ages 22-248,52029%
Ages 25-295,52419%
Ages 30-341,8156%
Ages 35-399063%
Ages 40-491,0494%
Ages 50-656502%
Age Over 65690.2%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees2,7882,082706
Faculty Status1,403778625
Tenured Faculty56051446
Graduate Assistants100-100
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service1,403778625
Primarily Instruction66790577
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial4242-
Other Professionals64759255
Technical and/or Paraprofessional69667026
Clerical And Secretarial33031416
Skilled Crafts5656-
Service and/or Maintenance1261224
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$76,225 (728)$79,117 (376)$73,136 (352)
Professor$93,659 (262)$94,665 (157)$92,154 (105)
Associate Professor$70,417 (217)$70,255 (113)$70,592 (104)
Assistant Professor$64,272 (170)$66,786 (79)$62,090 (91)
Lecturer$58,664 (77)$57,646 (25)$59,154 (52)
 
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$105,802 (48)$108,305 (28)$102,297 (20)
Professor$113,480 (30)$113,607 (19)$113,260 (11)
Associate Professor$87,017 (5)$85,800 (1)$87,321 (4)
Assistant Professor$65,004 (1)$65,004 (1)- (-)
Lecturer$92,336 (11)$94,150 (6)$90,158 (5)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$76,865 (776)$79,775 (404)$73,704 (372)
Professor$93,576 (292)$94,480 (176)$92,203 (116)
Associate Professor$70,434 (222)$70,255 (114)$70,624 (108)
Assistant Professor$64,208 (171)$66,616 (80)$62,090 (91)
Lecturer$60,775 (88)$61,398 (31)$60,435 (57)
Overall Athletic Team Information
  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Athlete Student Aid
Total Aid$3,512,626$1,681,578$1,831,048
Ratio (%)100%48%52%
 
Participants
All Athletes572243329
Unduplicated Athletes338167171
Baseball3333-
Basketball311516
All Track Combined19970129
Football8585-
Golf1688
Gymnastics25-25
Rowing65-65
Soccer522329
Softball26-26
Tennis25916
Volleyball15-15
 
Coaches Salaries
Head Coaches-$77,231$62,817
Assistant Coaches-$33,561$27,777
 
Coaches
All Coaches512625
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
All Track Combined844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
Football99-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches88-
Golf422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Gymnastics3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Rowing2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Soccer422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Softball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Tennis422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Volleyball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
    Retention Rates
  • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 79%
  • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 44%
Graduation Rates
 (%) of Entering Class
Overall
All Students44%
 
By Gender
Male40%
Female46%
 
By Race
Non-Resident Alien34%
American Indian29%
Black37%
Asian39%
Hispanic37%
White51%
Unknown48%
 
By Years Prior to Graduation
4 Years or Less10%
5 Years32%
6 Years44%
Crime Statistics
 2007-082006-07
Arrests
Residence Hall
Drug Related29
Liquor Related8-
On Campus
Weapons Related3-
Drug Related2134
Liquor Related10-
 
Criminal Offenses
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape-3
Non-Forcible Rape-1
Aggravated Assault2-
Burglary3-
On Campus
Forcible Rape-4
Non-Forcible Rape-1
Robbery1-
Aggravated Assault21
Burglary1842
Vehicle Theft818
Arson21
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