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William Jessup University

Jessup University

Rocklin, California 95765-3707

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivateBusiness FocusClose Faculty Access

Known for business — close-knit campus

William Jessup University is a private institution in Rocklin with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 1K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

61% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,257 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,300.

Established
1939
Motto
Transforming Tomorrow Today
Type
Private university
Division
Division II

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77%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,021Students
9:1Student:Faculty
61%Grad Rate
$56,257Earnings 10yr
$25,300Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

William Jessup University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate76.8%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

76.8%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$37,150
Room & Board$13,249
Books & Supplies$938
Total Cost of Attendance$52,172
Average Net Price$25,300
Median Debt at Graduation$23,700
Monthly Payment (10yr)$251

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$23,837
$30–48K$22,404
$48–75K$18,555
$75–110K$25,613
$110K+$30,800

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

52.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,419

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (44)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

69%

Negative
  • •69% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,021
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%

Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Black 6%
Hispanic 25%
Asian 4%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate60.7%
Freshman Retention68.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$43,163
10 Years$56,257

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The university was founded as San Jose Bible College in 1939, in San Jose by William Lee Jessup, the college's first president.
  • •Eugene Claremont Sanderson had originally started Evangel Bible University in San Jose in 1934 but was unable to make it viable.
  • •William Jessup retired in 1960 and was succeeded by Alvan L.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SMF Sacramento18 mi
SFO San Francisco102 mi
SJC San Jose106 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2609 mi · ~75h 22m drive
New York, NY2484 mi · ~71h 46m drive
Hartford, CT2536 mi · ~73h 16m drive
Providence, RI2599 mi · ~75h 5m drive
Albany, NY2470 mi · ~71h 21m drive
Syracuse, NY2346 mi · ~67h 46m drive
Rochester, NY2272 mi · ~65h 38m drive
Buffalo, NY2211 mi · ~63h 52m drive
Philadelphia, PA2437 mi · ~70h 24m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2180 mi · ~62h 59m drive
Harrisburg, PA2343 mi · ~67h 41m drive
Newark, NJ2475 mi · ~71h 30m drive
Washington, DC2357 mi · ~68h 5m drive
Baltimore, MD2373 mi · ~68h 33m drive
Atlanta, GA2071 mi · ~59h 50m drive
Charlotte, NC2227 mi · ~64h 20m drive
Raleigh, NC2333 mi · ~67h 24m drive
Miami, FL2539 mi · ~73h 21m drive
Orlando, FL2381 mi · ~68h 47m drive
Tampa, FL2343 mi · ~67h 41m drive
Nashville, TN1890 mi · ~54h 36m drive
New Orleans, LA1872 mi · ~54h 5m drive
Richmond, VA2360 mi · ~68h 11m drive
Chicago, IL1774 mi · ~51h 15m drive
Detroit, MI2005 mi · ~57h 55m drive
Minneapolis, MN1494 mi · ~43h 10m drive
St. Louis, MO1668 mi · ~48h 11m drive
Kansas City, MO1430 mi · ~41h 19m drive
Indianapolis, IN1868 mi · ~53h 58m drive
Columbus, OH2031 mi · ~58h 40m drive
Cleveland, OH2081 mi · ~60h 7m drive
Milwaukee, WI1755 mi · ~50h 42m drive
Dallas, TX1430 mi · ~41h 19m drive
Houston, TX1600 mi · ~46h 13m drive
Austin, TX1459 mi · ~42h 9m drive
San Antonio, TX1451 mi · ~41h 55m drive
Los Angeles, CA370 mi · ~10h 41m drive
San Francisco, CA95 mi · ~2h 45m drive
San Diego, CA481 mi · ~13h 54m drive
Seattle, WA609 mi · ~17h 36m drive
Portland, OR468 mi · ~13h 31m drive
Denver, CO873 mi · ~25h 13m drive
Phoenix, AZ634 mi · ~18h 19m drive
Salt Lake City, UT517 mi · ~14h 56m drive
Honolulu, HI2476 mi · ~71h 32m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Sacramento (SMF)18 miles
Rental car
27 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
36 min$22-36
San Francisco (SFO)102 miles
Rental car
153 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
204 min$122-204

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