About
San Francisco Bay University, formerly Northwestern Polytechnic University, is a private, nonprofit university in Fremont, California, United States. Founded in 1984, the university awards bachelor's and master's degrees in computer science, engineering, technology and management programs.
Admissions & acceptance rate
First-time freshman admissions: how selective the college is, and how many admitted students choose to enroll.
Applied
853
853 candidates competed
Admitted
817
95.8% acceptance rate
Enrolled
46
5.6% yield
Accreditation status & history
Who accredits the institution, current standing, and any past actions.
AccreditedInstitutional accreditor
WASC Senior College and University Commission
Accredited since 2020Next review Jun 2026
PreaccreditedInstitutional accreditor
WASC Senior College and University Commission
Accredited since 2019Next review Jun 2026
AccreditedInstitutional accreditor
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
Accredited since 1998Next review Dec 2022
Programmatic accreditations · 1
Action history · 9
- Jun 2024Institution ClosedCommission on English Language Program Accreditation · English Language
- Nov 2023Grant Substantive Change: ProgramWASC Senior College and University Commission
- Feb 2022Grant Substantive Change: ProgramWASC Senior College and University Commission
- Jan 2022Grant Substantive Change: ProgramWASC Senior College and University Commission
- Feb 2021Grant Substantive Change: ProgramWASC Senior College and University Commission
Tuition & cost
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by income not reported.
Federal loans
0.0%
In-state tuition
$8,775
Out-of-state
$8,775
Academic programs at San Francisco Bay
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Distinct CIP programs7
UndergraduateOffered
GraduateOffered
Top program families by completions
120 total completions
01Computer Sciences
8066.7%
01Computer Sciences
8066.7%
02Business
4033.3%
02Business
4033.3%
03Engineering
00.0%
03Engineering
00.0%
04Multi/Interdisciplinary
00.0%
04Multi/Interdisciplinary
00.0%
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Fall total
389
12-mo unduplicated
545
Undergraduate
106
Graduate
439
Gender split
Men
49%267
Women
51%278
Race / ethnicity composition
Asian
72.6%
Non-resident
12.9%
Unknown
11.3%
Black
1.6%
Hispanic
1.6%
Student-faculty ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
Student-to-faculty
10.0:1
Instructional staff (full-time equivalent)
5
San Francisco Bay vs Peer comparison
The peer institutions San Francisco Bay selected for federal comparison reporting.
This institutionPeer median
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectSan Francisco Bay University | — | — | 389 | — | — |
| — | 100.0% | 29 | — | — | |
| — | — | 30 | — | Community College | |
| — | — | 156 | — | — | |
| 2% | 54.5% | — | $12,197 | Baccalaureate | |
| 35% | 78.9% | 200 | — | — | |
| — | — | 57 | — | — | |
| — | — | 145 | — | — | |
| — | — | 12 | — | — | |
| — | 100.0% | 65 | — | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | — | 65 | — | — | |
| — | — | 110 | — | — | |
| — | 75.0% | 84 | — | — | |
| — | 78.8% | 96 | $42,908 | — | |
| — | 99.0% | 34 | — | — | |
| — | — | 136 | — | Community College | |
| — | 100.0% | 196 | — | — | |
| — | — | — | — | — | |
| — | — | 128 | — | — | |
| — | — | 52 | — | — | |
| 6% | — | 95 | — | — | |
| — | — | 187 | — | — | |
| 0% | — | 983 | — | — | |
| 33% | — | 137 | — | — | |
| 0% | — | 65 | — | — | |
| Peer group median | 4% | 89.0% | 96 | $27,553 |
Institutions like San Francisco Bay
Explore the federal data for institutions in San Francisco Bay's comparison group.
- Illinois
American Islamic College
Grad rate—Admit rate100.0%Enrollment29Net price—View data - Community CollegeNew Jersey
Assumption College for Sisters
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment30Net price—View data - Ohio
Athenaeum of Ohio
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment156Net price—View data - BaccalaureateOklahoma
Bacone College
Grad rate2%Admit rate54.5%Enrollment—Net price$12,197View data - Minnesota
Bethlehem College & Seminary
Grad rate35%Admit rate78.9%Enrollment200Net price—View data - Georgia
College of Athens
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment57Net price—View data - California
Daybreak University
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment145Net price—View data - New York
Elmezzi Graduate School of Molecular Medicine
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment12Net price—View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsNew York
Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Grad rate—Admit rate100.0%Enrollment65Net price—View data - California
Institute of Buddhist Studies
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment65Net price—View data - Pennsylvania
International Institute for Restorative Practices
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment110Net price—View data - Missouri
Kenrick Glennon Seminary
Grad rate—Admit rate75.0%Enrollment84Net price—View data - New York
New York College of Health Professions
Grad rate—Admit rate78.8%Enrollment96Net price$42,908View data - District of Columbia
NewU University
Grad rate—Admit rate99.0%Enrollment34Net price—View data - Community CollegePennsylvania
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment136Net price—View data - Arizona
Pathways College
Grad rate—Admit rate100.0%Enrollment196Net price—View data - Massachusetts
Pope St John XXIII National Seminary
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Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment128Net price—View data - California
Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment52Net price—View data - Alabama
Selma University
Grad rate6%Admit rate—Enrollment95Net price—View data - Delaware
Strayer University-Delaware
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment187Net price—View data - Mississippi
Strayer University-Mississippi
Grad rate0%Admit rate—Enrollment983Net price—View data - Florida
United International College
Grad rate33%Admit rate—Enrollment137Net price—View data - Florida
URBE University
Grad rate0%Admit rate—Enrollment65Net price—View data
San Francisco Bay Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
Office
Office of Institutional Research
Reports to Learning & Teaching
Phone
510-803-7328
Address
161 Mission Falls Lane, Fremont, CA 94539
The mission of Institutional Research (IR) is to support evidence-based decision-making at SFBU by delivering integrated analysis, actionable insights, and high-quality research.
Visit IR office pageReports & documents (4)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- FactbookFact Books2023The San Francisco Bay University Fact Book is a compilation of university information and statistics about students and programs for the academic years 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025. It covers key data areas such as Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation for both undergraduate and graduate students. The data is organized by domestic and international status, as well as by degree program. The Fact Book aims to provide timely and consistent data for institutional research purposes.sfbu.edu
- GlossarySan Francisco Bay University Glossary of TermsThe glossary of terms represents San Francisco Bay University's unique approach to redefining education through innovative concepts like 'Productive Optimism,' 'Agility Praxis Pathway,' and 'Transdisciplinary Education.' Each term outlined in the glossary describes the institution's commitment to holistic educational methods that focus on individual empowerment, collective success, and societal progress, supported by a robust framework of student-centered services and integration with Silicon Valley dynamics.sfbu.edu
- Strategic planStrategic Plan2026San Francisco Bay University is committed to providing inclusive and innovative education for lifelong success. Its strategic plan for 2024-2030 focuses on making education affordable and accessible while transforming curriculums and advancing communities. By disrupting the traditional education model, SFBU aims to revolutionize student experiences and prepare graduates for industry challenges.sfbu.edu
Frequently asked questions about San Francisco Bay University
Quick answers to the questions most often asked about San Francisco Bay.
How many students attend San Francisco Bay University?
San Francisco Bay University reports a total enrollment of 389 students per the latest IPEDS.
What is the yield rate at San Francisco Bay University?
San Francisco Bay University's yield rate is 5.6%, the share of admitted students who enrolled, per the latest IPEDS.
Where is San Francisco Bay University located?
San Francisco Bay University is located in Fremont, California 94539.
Who runs Institutional Research at San Francisco Bay University?
San Francisco Bay University's IR work is done by the Office of Institutional Research, which reports to Learning & Teaching.
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