Overview
Student Population
| Location | Rohnert Park, California |
| Online | sonoma.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Rohnert Park, California, Sonoma State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,598 prospective students applied, and 9,934 were granted admission. Of those admitted 822 enrolled in the school. 6,108 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,263 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $2,246. Sonoma State University is ranked 672 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Sonoma State University is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Sonoma State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#672 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#237 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#46 in Best Colleges in California
#17 in Best Public Colleges in California
#206 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1150 |
| ACT | 17/23 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 31, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,022 |
| Other Fees | $2,246 |
| Room and Board | $14,510 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,178 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,698 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,022 |
| Other Fees | $2,246 |
| Room and Board | $14,510 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,178 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,578 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 19% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| Natural Resources Conservation | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=123572 IPEDS survey data for Sonoma State University.
Current students may use the Sonoma State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.