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Fresno State

California State University-Fresno · Fresno, California · Public

96%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$7,303average net price, in-state

Fresno State admitted 96% of 20,201 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). Test scores aren’t required. 55% of students graduate within six years.

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What it costs

Full price with housing is $23,750 in-state and $35,630 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $7,303 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$4,447
  • $30–48k$4,858
  • $48–75k$7,220
  • $75–110k$11,299
  • $110k+$16,580

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What is Fresno State’s acceptance rate?

Fresno State admitted 96% of applicants: 19,469 of 20,201 (IPEDS, fall 2023).

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Sources: College Navigator (IPEDS). Costs are IPEDS 2022–23 net price and 2023–24 sticker price. Clarity Prep isn’t affiliated with California State University-Fresno.