Colleges / CA / Rohnert Park

Sonoma State University

Public Rohnert Park, CA · Suburban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights

59%

Graduation Rate

$65,986

Earnings (10yr)

$12,885

Net Price

93%

Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Sonoma State University has an acceptance rate of 93%. This high acceptance rate indicates that a diverse range of students can find a place here, making it an accessible option for many.

Data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights reveals that while detailed mobility metrics are not available, the university empowers a significant portion of its students to pursue rewarding careers. Graduates earn a median salary of $65,986 ten years after enrollment, which suggests a solid return on investment for those who choose to attend.

The net price for students is $12,885, and the median debt stands at $16,705. With 36% of students receiving Pell Grants, the university supports low-income individuals. Students who thrive here are likely to be those interested in fields like Business, Psychology, and Social Sciences, where the university has strong programs.

Rankings

#3 Best Education Colleges in California #4 Best Criminal Justice Colleges in California #6 Best Psychology Colleges in California #7 Best MBA Programs in California #11 Best Communications Colleges in California #13 Best Business Colleges in California #14 Best Colleges in California #17 Best Colleges in Far West

How Sonoma Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

Cost & Financial Aid

$8,624

In-State Tuition

$21,224

Out-of-State

$12,885

Avg Net Price

$16,705

Median Debt

36%

Pell Grant Rate

27%

Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,310

Family Income $0–$30K

$9,795

Family Income $30K–$48K

$10,741

Family Income $48K–$75K

$21,195

Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$52,179

6 Years After Entry

$61,137

8 Years

$65,986

10 Years

0.25x

Debt-to-Earnings

68%

Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

172.71%

Mobility Rate

Bottom 20% → Top 20%

3442.8%

Success Rate

If bottom 20% get in

501.7%

From Bottom 20%

Share of students

$113,700

Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.73

Economic Connectedness

Cross-class friendships

0.01

Friending Bias

Lower = more inclusive

6.2%

Volunteering Rate

0.99

Support Ratio

Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 93%

Retention Rate 79%

Full-Time Faculty 51%

Faculty Salary (mo) $12,780

Diversity Index 0.65

First-Gen Students 41%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 20%

Psychology 14%

Social Sciences 9%

Humanities 6%

Biology & Biomedical 6%

Education 5%

Communications 4%

Criminal Justice 4%

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Quick Facts

Setting Suburban

Region Far West

Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female

67%

White

40%

Hispanic

42%

Black

Asian

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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