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Retention Rate

Academics

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Academics Summary

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Housing Options

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Enrollment

Race and Ethnicity

Student Primary Residence

Student Body

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Course and/or free elective unit credit is based on passing scores received on the exams. AP exams passed with a score of 3 or higher will earn six (6) units semester credit except where otherwise noted. Exams passed earn a grade of credit (CR) and are not calculated into the GPA. Extension of credit is reviewed annually, and occasionally varies from exam year to exam year, as content, exams and Sonoma State University curricula are subject to change.

Business Administration and Management, General

Speech Communication and Rhetoric

Computer Programming/Programmer, General

Computer Science

Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services

Elementary Education and Teaching

Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching

Secondary Education and Teaching

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Art Teacher Education

English/Language Arts Teacher Education

Foreign Language Teacher  Education

Mathematics Teacher Education

Music Teacher Education

Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

Reading Teacher Education

Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education

Social Science Teacher Education

Education, General

Curriculum and Instruction

Educational Leadership and Administration, General

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities

Computer Engineering, General

English Language and Literature, General

Human Development and Family Studies, General

German Language and Literature

French Language and Literature

Spanish Language and Literature

African-American/Black Studies

Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American/Chicano Studies

Women's Studies

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Biochemistry

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Perioperative/Operating Room and Surgical Nurse/Nursing

International/Globalization Studies

Natural Resources/Conservation, General

Environmental Studies

Philosophy

Chemistry, General

Geology/Earth Science, General

Physics, General

Psychology, General

Public Administration

Geography

Political Science and Government, General

Sociology

Anthropology

Economics, General

Visual and Performing Arts, General

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Fine/Studio Arts, General

Art History, Criticism and Conservation

Music, General

History, General

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Mathematics, General

Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of northern California, Sonoma State University (SSU) is a small to mid-sized (approx. 8,000 students) residential, public university committed to student success. Students find SSU a small caring campus with all the opportunities of a large university and an affordable, world-class education. Situated in an ideal location just an hour's drive from San Francisco and Oakland, SSU is located in the world renowned wine country of Sonoma County. The quality of the educational experience at Sonoma State University is derived from the collaborative work between students and faculty. Sonoma State provides students with a balanced program of liberal arts and sciences and career preparation with selected professional programs in business, nursing and engineering science. Instructional programs are designed to challenge students not only to acquire knowledge but also to develop the skills of critical analysis, careful reasoning, creativity, and self-expression.

Special Housing For International Students

Wellness Housing (alcohol/drug/smoke-free)

Sonoma State University

Average Aid Packages Awarded

The typical amount of loans a student must pay back.

Debt at Graduation

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Need-Based Scholarship or Grant Award

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Non-Need-Based Aid

Aid Package Details

Freshmen With Need and Received Financial Aid

Percent of Need Met

Students Receiving Financial Aid

Distribution Details

Tuition at time of first enrollment guaranteed only to students making advance payment

Tuition Guarantee Plans

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Financial Aid

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Application Due

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Notification Date

Applications received prior to this date will be given the strongest consideration. Still apply for financial aid if you don’t make this due date.

Priority Application Due

The deadline for students to respond to the college’s aid offer.

Response Due

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