California State University-Fresno California

Public research university in Fresno serving nearly 24,000 students with open admissions and low in-state tuition.

College statistics

Address:
5241 N Maple Ave
Fresno, CA
93740
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.fresnostate.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
Research 2: High Spending and Doctorate Production
Economic Mobility Index:
Opportunity Colleges and Universities – Higher Access, Higher Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Fresno State is a public research university in Fresno, California, classified as a Research 2 institution with high doctorate production and spending. The university enrolls nearly 24,000 students and maintains an open admissions policy with a 96.4% acceptance rate, making it accessible to a broad population across California and beyond.

In-state tuition runs $6,084 annually, with total cost of attendance at $16,955 for in-state students including room and board. Out-of-state tuition is $18,684, bringing total out-of-state cost of attendance to $29,555. The university's Economic Mobility Index designation reflects its role in providing access to higher education and earnings mobility for its student body.

The largest undergraduate major is Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, reflecting the university's professional and applied focus. Fresno State works well for transfer students, working professionals, and those seeking an affordable research university experience in California's Central Valley. For more information, visit www.fresnostate.edu/.