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Sacramento State is where you reach your full potential, discover your identity, and explore your interests through an innovative and diverse learning experience. Be guided and inspired by dedicated faculty and staff, who will provide you with a quality education, career development, professional leadership, and a personalized experience to prepare you for success in your chosen field and beyond. With 60 majors, more than 150 academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant campus community, you will feel empowered to explore your interests and find your true passion. Reach your dreams at Sac State, home of the Hornets!
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Why Sac State?
1. Sacramento Best City to Call Home in 2023 According to Forbes
Forbes named Sacramento as one of the best cities to call home in 2023. Forbes analyzed cities in California by pulling recent data on key lifestyle factors such as the area's median home price, personal income per capita, and unemployment.
2. Top Performers Among Western Universities for Graduates with Minimal Debt
Ranked #8, U.S. News acknowledged that students graduated with the lightest debt loads from Sacramento State. Our university offers scholarships, grants, student campus jobs, and other student financial resources –all to ensure our graduates can pursue their passions without an overwhelming amount of debt.
3. Ranked #4 in Most Diverse in Western US
U.S. News recognized Sacramento State as one of the highest-ranking universities in the West for its racial and ethnically diverse campus community. Students are most likely to create connections and lasting memories with others from various racial, cultural, and identity backgrounds.
4. Ranked #20 in Best Public Universities
Through user feedback, literature reviews, and data trends, U.S. News acknowledged Sacramento State as one of the best public universities in the West. Based on graduation and retention rates, financial aid resources, and other factors, Sacramento State is known for having a wide range of areas of study. From liberal arts related courses to large research opportunities, students are equipped with tools for success.
5. Award-Winning Healthy Campus
Sacramento State is an Award-Winning Healthy Campus, with a state-of-the-art facility at The WELL that offers integrated counseling, medical, and wellness services. Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Services’ (SHCWS) medical providers and mental health clinicians are licensed and trained to provide inclusive, top-quality, holistic care. Wellness staff support students with basic needs and offer educational workshops, events, and resources to promote health and wellness campus wide.
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