California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State or Sac State) is a comprehensive public university located in the capital city of California and one of the 23 campuses of the California State University system. Founded in 1947, Sacramento State serves over 31,000 students and is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The university offers more than 150 bachelor's and graduate degree programs through eight colleges, with particular strength in business, education, engineering and computer science, social work, nursing, criminal justice, and government. Sacramento State is a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting California's multicultural population. The university's Hornets athletic program competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Big Sky Conference, fielding teams in basketball, football, soccer, baseball, softball, track and field, and swimming. Sacramento's position as California's state capital and a fast-growing hub for healthcare, technology, and government employment provides students with exceptional internship and career opportunities with state agencies, healthcare systems, and technology companies. The campus sits adjacent to the American River, offering a scenic environment in the heart of a dynamic urban setting. Sacramento State's Sac State Green and Gold brand colors are recognized throughout the Sacramento region as a symbol of educational excellence and community pride.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$20,618
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $20,618
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
