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San Jose State University

San Jose, California · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$62,448

Acceptance Rate

80%

Graduation Rate

66%

Annual Tuition

$7,992

At a Glance

Total Students

26,757

Retention Rate

86%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

21%

Median Debt

$15,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

San Jose State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 80.2% and a student body of 26,757. The university has a retention rate of 86.4% and a graduation rate of 66.2%. The in-state tuition is $7,992, and 20.8% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of San Jose State University report earnings of $58,993 one year after graduation, $62,448 after five years, and $78,988 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $15,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$59k

1 YEAR

$62k

5 YEARS

$79k

10 YEARS

Top 13% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, San Jose State University alumni earn a median of $58,993. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $62,448. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $78,988. The median debt for graduates is $15,000.

San Jose State University has an 80.2% acceptance rate and a 66.2% graduation rate. The retention rate is 86.4%. The in-state tuition is $7,992. 20.8% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

San Jose, California

San Jose, CA 95192-0186

San Jose State University is located in San Jose, California. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

San Jose State University has an acceptance rate of 80.2%.