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The Region's University
Founded as Sacramento State College in 1947 with 235 students, Sacramento State is now more than 31,000 strong and the sixth largest of the 23 campuses in the California State University (CSU) system. Located six miles from the State Capitol and a vibrant urban core, the University and the region it serves are intertwined. From research that results in impactful legislation, to entrepreneurial ideas that blossom into robust local businesses, Sacramento State provides immersive learning experiences that benefit students, the region, and beyond.
2020 Fall Rankings and Distinctions
#2 Most Diverse in the West (U.S. News & World Report)
#9 Most Transformative Colleges (Money.com)
19 Top Performers on Social Mobility in the West (U.S. News & World Report)
#20 Top Public Schools in the West (U.S. News & World Report)
America’s Best Colleges for Student Voting (Washington Monthly) – September 2020
Seal of Excelencia for commitment and service to Latino students – October 2020
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