Sonoma State University
Public university · Rohnert Park, CA · 5,166 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
93%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
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ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$10,759
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,931
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
55%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Sonoma State University?
Sonoma State University accepts about 93 of every 100 applicants (93%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Sonoma State University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Sonoma State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Sonoma State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,931 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $10,759 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,062 for CA residents and $22,382 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,062
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$22,382
- Room & board$17,410
- Total cost of attendance$24,931
- Average net price after grants$10,759
Popular majors
Business, Psychology, Social Sciences, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Biology.
Sonoma State University FAQ
- What is Sonoma State University's acceptance rate?
- 93% — accessible.
- Is Sonoma State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Sonoma State University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Sonoma State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Sonoma State University cost?
- About $24,931 a year before aid; $10,759 on average after grants.
- What is Sonoma State University's FAFSA school code?
- 001156. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Sonoma State University receives your information.
- What is Sonoma State University's graduation rate?
- 55% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Sonoma State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-NorthridgeNorthridge, CA | 93% | — | $6,346 | 57% |
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