by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Sac State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Sac State is ranked #232 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within California, it ranks #46 of 304 for value.
These Sac State majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Gerontology | #1 of 4 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #1 of 4 |
| Biochemistry | #3 of 237 |
| Family & Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General | #3 of 35 |
| General Family & Consumer Sciences | #3 of 35 |
| Child and Family Studies | #3 of 35 |
| Nutrition Sciences | #3 of 73 |
| Nutrition Science | #3 of 73 |
| Diet / Nutrition | #3 of 73 |
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies | #3 of 42 |
Read the full Sac State value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
California State University-Sacramento is ranked #24 out of #346 in California for quality and #46 out of #304 for California value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Sac State financial aid page to be sure.
California State University-Sacramento is ranked #232 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
California State University-Sacramento is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Sac State costs about $13,095. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $52,379 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $22,755 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $9,338 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,095 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $52,379 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Sac State net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Sac State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $91,020 | — | — |
| All Students | $52,379 | #232 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $37,352 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $91,020 | — | — |
| All Students | $52,379 | #46 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $37,352 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Sac State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,306 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,214 |
| $48K–$75K | $10,861 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,618 |
| Over $110K | $20,649 |
About 72% of Sac State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $12,036 per year. Get more details on the Sac State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Sac State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.