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About California State University-Fresno

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California State University-Fresno is a public research university in Fresno, CA, known for its highly accessible admissions, central valley public university, and doctoral research institution. With an acceptance rate of 95%, Fresno State is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 3,458 students each year. Fresno State is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Fresno State offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,764 per year; the sticker price of $34,208 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

California State University-Fresno acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

95%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to California State University-Fresno

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Application Strategy
Fresno State has a 95% acceptance rate, so your application is very likely to be approved as long as you meet the CSU eligibility requirements and submit everything on time. Check the priority filing deadline in October and aim to submit before it closes, since some programs and housing fill up quickly.
Test Score Strategy
Since Fresno State is test optional, you do not need to submit a score that falls below their middle range. Focus the rest of your application on your GPA and any strong extracurriculars instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What California State University-Fresno actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$34k/yr$5.1k
30k-48k~$34k/yr$5.4k
48k-75k~$34k/yr$7.2k
75k-110k~$34k/yr$10.3k
110k+~$34k/yr$16.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

55%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
19,544
Undergrad Enrollment
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