California Northstate University
Elk Grove, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗
Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →
California Northstate University is a private for-profit four-year university located in Elk Grove, California. With 71 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 85%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $57,816, significantly above average for private colleges. The six-year graduation rate is 88%, which is excellent compared to the national average of 63%.
The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.
- ✓Strong 6-year graduation rate of 88%, above the national average of 63%
- ✓Open admissions policy (85% acceptance rate) — accessible to a wide range of students
- ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $2,700/yr
- ✓Small campus environment (71 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
- ·Tuition ($57,816/yr) is above average — factor in aid eligibility
This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students who prioritize colleges with a strong record of graduate completion, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.
All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.
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