
California State University - Stanislaus is a public college that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Turlock, CA, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately 8,300 students enroll at CSU Stanislaus per year.
Students may choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Education
- Security And Protective Services
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Most common exam scores among students accepted to CSU Stanislaus are between 17 - 22 on the ACT, or 810 - 1040 for the SAT exam. Roughly 30% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 63% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $7,200 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $5,800. Some students at CSU Stanislaus may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at California State University - Stanislaus through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.csustan.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants California State University – Stanislaus accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at California State University – Stanislaus is about 9,300. The student body is made up of 87% undergraduate students and 14% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $7,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $55 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $5,500-$6,600
- Out-of-State: $17,000-$19,960
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 90% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 88% | $8,990 |
Receiving Student Loans | 35% | $4,974 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, California State University – Stanislaus may provide student services including:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Graduation Rates
CSU Stanislaus has an overall graduation rate which is approximately 52%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 18% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 22% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 11% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
California State University – Stanislaus is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Basketball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Track and Field (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by California State University – Stanislaus by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture, Agriculture Operations and Related Sciences (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Genetic Counseling (M)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Cognitive Science (B)
- Marine Sciences
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (M)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Social Science (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Economics (B)
- Geography (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music Performance (B)
- Art Studies (B)
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to California State University – Stanislaus.
- University of California - Merced in Merced, CA (26 miles away)
- San Jose State University in San Jose, CA (61 miles away)
- California State University - East Bay in Hayward, CA (67 miles away)
- California State University - Fresno in Fresno, CA (78 miles away)
- California State University - Sacramento in Sacramento, CA (79 miles away)
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