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San Francisco State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

San Francisco State University admits about 96.4% of applicants.

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Acceptance rate 96.4%
SAT range Not reported
Net price $9,803
Graduation rate 50.3%

San Francisco State University At a Glance

LocationSan Francisco, California
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment18,639
Acceptance Rate96.4%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)Not reported
SAT Range (Math)Not reported
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)Not reported
Average SAT (Combined)Not reported
ACT RangeNot reported
Average Net Price$9,803/yr
Tuition (In-State)$8,324/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$21,644/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate50.3%
Full-Time Retention Rate82.7%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$73,299
Median Debt at Completion$15,000

How San Francisco State University Compares

San Francisco State University is more selective than about 5% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 18,639 students, it is larger than about 58% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is San Francisco State University's acceptance rate?

San Francisco State University's acceptance rate is about 96.4%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for San Francisco State University?

SAT score data for San Francisco State University is not currently reported by the College Scorecard.

Does San Francisco State University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check San Francisco State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of San Francisco State University?

The average net price reported for San Francisco State University is $9,803 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also San Francisco State University's official site.