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Is California State University-Sacramento Worth It?

Sacramento, CA · Large city · 28,350 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release

California State University-Sacramento is a Master's University located in large city in Sacramento, CA. It enrolls approximately 28,350 students. The acceptance rate is 94%, making it broadly accessible. 56% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — mediocre — worth asking why. With $64,876 median earnings and $15,000 median debt, median debt equals about 3 months of gross pay (estimate) — a solid ROI. 66% of borrowers are making progress on their loans 3 years after leaving school (College Scorecard).

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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)

Avg Net Price / Year
$9,338
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,000
Median Earnings (10yr)
$64,876
Acceptance Rate
94%
4-yr Grad Rate
56%
Tuition (In-State)
$8,018
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$20,618
3-yr Loan Repayment
66%
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