California State University-Fresno
About
California State University, Fresno is a public university in Fresno, California, United States. It is part of the California State University system. The university had a fall 2020 enrollment of 25,341 students. It offers 60 bachelor's degree program, 45 master's degree programs, 3 doctoral degree programs, 12 certificates of advanced study, and 2 different teaching credentials. The university is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". Fresno is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and is eligible to be designated as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI).
Admissions & acceptance rate
First-time freshman admissions: how selective the college is, and how many admitted students choose to enroll.
Graduation rate & outcomes
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
Pell equity
Non-Pell students graduate at a 2.0-point higher rate than Pell recipients.
Tuition & cost
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by family income
Negative values mean aid exceeds the published cost of attendance for that income band.
Academic programs at Fresnostate
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Top program families by completions
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Gender split
Race / ethnicity composition
Student-faculty ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
Fresnostate vs Peer comparison
The peer institutions Fresnostate selected for federal comparison reporting.
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
| Carnegie | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectCalifornia State University-Fresno | 57% | — | 24,427 | $6,480 | R2 Research |
Arizona State University Digital Immersion | 0% | 66.7% | 72,994 | — | R2 Research |
Ball State University | 62% | 85.5% | 21,089 | $15,898 | R2 Research |
Boise State University | 59% | 87.2% | 27,198 | $19,182 | R2 Research |
California State University-Fullerton | 70% | 90.5% | 43,662 | $5,646 | R2 Research |
California State University-Long Beach | 69% | 46.3% | 42,003 | $8,931 | R2 Research |
California State University-San Bernardino | 55% | 93.7% | 18,492 | $5,918 | R2 Research |
East Carolina University | 63% | 89.2% | 26,940 | $16,514 | R2 Research |
Florida Atlantic University | 63% | 66.1% | 31,607 | $8,001 | R2 Research |
Georgia Southern University | 55% | 87.9% | 27,423 | $16,531 | R2 Research |
Illinois State University | 65% | 88.2% | 21,546 | $18,996 | R2 Research |
James Madison University | 80% | 71.5% | 22,740 | $21,816 | R2 Research |
Kennesaw State University | 52% | 69.2% | 47,764 | $16,972 | R2 Research |
Miami University-Oxford | 80% | 75.4% | 18,838 | $27,662 | R2 Research |
Middle Tennessee State University | 54% | 69.1% | 20,488 | $12,599 | R2 Research |
Montclair State University | 65% | 87.9% | 23,375 | $14,159 | R2 Research |
Northern Arizona University | 61% | 89.6% | 28,467 | $14,922 | R2 Research |
Portland State University | 53% | 90.9% | 19,951 | $12,932 | R2 Research |
Rowan University | 67% | 77.7% | 21,026 | $22,185 | R2 Research |
Sam Houston State University | 55% | 90.3% | 21,039 | $16,025 | R2 Research |
San Diego State University | 76% | 36.2% | 41,137 | $16,174 | R2 Research |
San Francisco State University | 50% | 96.4% | 22,563 | $12,882 | R2 Research |
Texas State University | 55% | 89.3% | 40,674 | $16,438 | R2 Research |
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | 51% | 94.2% | 33,881 | $6,500 | R2 Research |
University of North Carolina at Charlotte | 69% | 79.6% | 31,091 | $14,745 | R2 Research |
University of North Carolina at Greensboro | 56% | 88.5% | 18,012 | $10,170 | R2 Research |
University of North Carolina Wilmington | 71% | 64.2% | 18,848 | $19,472 | R2 Research |
University of Rhode Island | 72% | 72.2% | 17,210 | $19,899 | R2 Research |
West Chester University of Pennsylvania | 71% | 78.4% | 17,171 | $22,673 | R2 Research |
| Peer group median | 62% | 86.4% | 23,375 | $15,962 |
Fresnostate Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
Supporting evidence-based planning, decision-making, and improvement through a comprehensive, integrated program of assessment, planning, and institutional research.
Visit IR office page- Dr. George R. Still IIIAssociate Vice President
- Marie Tongson-FernandezSr. Survey Specialist
- Hongtao YueSr. Research Analyst
- Christopher HernandezSr. Survey Research Analyst
- Cory CowanSr. Research Analyst
- Kyle LymanResearch Analyst
- Simran NagraResearch Analyst
- Jonathen MarinResearch Analyst
- Celeste DeMonteAdministrative Support Coordinator
Common Data Set (1)
The institution's official annual Common Data Set publications — the most detailed reference for enrollment, admissions, and outcomes.
Reports & documents (4)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- DashboardDashboardacademics.fresnostate.edu
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- GlossaryGlossary and Resources - Office of Institutional EffectivenessThe glossary provided by the Office of Institutional Effectiveness at California State University-Fresno includes key terms and concepts related to assessment and evaluation in education. It covers various forms of assessment, measurement techniques, and evaluation criteria aimed at improving student learning outcomes and program effectiveness. The glossary aims to clarify assessment-related processes and tools used in educational settings.academics.fresnostate.edu
- Strategic planFresno State 2023-2029 Strategic Plan2023The Fresno State 2023-2029 Strategic Plan outlines the university’s priorities for the next six years, focusing on economic and social vibrancy. Developed through collaboration with faculty, staff, students, and alumni, the plan aims to elevate Fresno State from a regional powerhouse to a globally recognized university. The strategic plan has already seen significant measurable progress in its initial years, demonstrating its effectiveness in enhancing the student experience and advancing institutional goals.president.fresnostate.edu
Notable alumni of Fresnostate (16)
A curated list of alumni recognized for notable achievements across industries.
- Marvin BaxterLaw
- Todd BeamerHeroic Acts
- Robert BeltranEntertainment
- Lee P. BrownPolitics
- Cruz BustamantePolitics
- Jim CostaPolitics
- Zinzi CooglerFilm Production
- Manny MashoufBusiness
- Brandi HittJournalism
- Rick HusbandAstronautics
- Charles PoochigianPolitics
- Daniel SilvaLiterature
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