About We Are One Hive | Driving the Future of California’s Capital Region
Our Role as the Region's Economic Engine
We are more than a university.
We are the Capital Region’s economic engine—driving innovation, workforce growth, and civic leadership.
With $1.9 billion in regional economic activity, our reach and return are demonstrated in the results:
- 15,400 jobs and $737 million in wages supported.
- $153.2 million in state and local tax revenue generated.
- $7.29 in statewide industry activity on every $1 the state invests in Sacramento State—$51.03 when the impact of the enhanced alumni earnings is included.
Sacramento State partners with civic, industry, and nonprofit leaders to elevate the region's national reputation. Join the hive. Our momentum has never been stronger.
Built for Excellence — On and Off the Field
Sacramento's Expanding Influence
Sacramento isn’t just growing—it’s transforming. As the capital of the world's 4th largest economy, Sacramento State is at the center of this rise:
- Building talent pipelines to meet California's evolving workforce needs—nearly half of all bachelor's degrees in the state are awarded by California State University.
- Driving research that delivers real-world solutions to urgent community and statewide challenges in healthcare, technology, and sustainability.
Our trajectory is about excellence across the board:
- A $350M multiuse stadium project boosting tourism and opening new economic and civic opportunities.
- Nationally recognized academic programs preparing tomorrow’s leaders.
We are the drivers. We are the engine. We elevate—we accelerate. Join the hive that powers California's future.