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San Francisco State University

San Francisco, California 94132

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

San Francisco State University is a public institution in San Francisco with particular strength in business and psychology.

A large campus of 20K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $68,077 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,882.

Established
1899
Motto
Experientia Docet
Mascot
Gator
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division II and are a member of the California Collegiate Athletic Association (wrestling competes
Division
Division II
96%Acceptance
SAT Avg
20,033Students
16:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
$68,077Earnings 10yr
$12,882Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate96.2%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$7,424
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,304
Room & Board$17,955
Books & Supplies$1,099
Total Cost of Attendance$25,258
Average Net Price$12,882
Median Debt at Graduation$15,371
Monthly Payment (10yr)$163

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,307
$30–48K$10,251
$48–75K$12,916
$75–110K$16,944
$110K+$22,813

Programs (192)

Student Body

Undergrads
20,033
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
48%
Pell Grant Recipients
41%

Race & Ethnicity

White 15%
Black 6%
Hispanic 40%
Asian 24%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate50.1%
Freshman Retention83.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$52,650
8 Years$60,831
10 Years$68,077

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$51,900
Men
$59,300

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