California State University, Stanislaus College Portrait
California State University, StanislausOne University Circle Turlock, CA 95382
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California State University, Stanislaus
For over 50 years, California State University, Stanislaus, has welcomed students from California’s Central Valley and around the world. CSU Stanislaus continues to distinguish itself as an institution that provides top-quality degree programs with a high level of personal attention, offering over 100 undergraduate programs; 25 graduate programs, including a doctorate in educational leadership; seven credential programs; and six certificate programs. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 21 to 1, CSU Stanislaus demonstrates its commitment to individualized instruction over the more common lecture-hall style of many larger universities. The university enjoys an ideal location in the Northern San Joaquin Valley, a short distance from the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey, Big Sur, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the state capital of Sacramento. The main campus is located in the city of Turlock, a community that prides itself on its small-town atmosphere, clean living space, excellent schools and low crime rate. Degree programs in these disciplines have earned specialized accreditation: art, business administration, education, genetic counseling, music, nursing, psychology, public administration, social work and theater. The College of Business Administration and the College of Education have also earned prestigious state and national accreditation. More than $44 million in merit- and need-based grants and scholarships was awarded for the 2011-12 school year. Approximately 80 percent of undergraduates receive need-based aid and more than $73 million in total financial assistance is awarded annually.
Living in the CSU Stanislaus Community
Welcome! California State University, Stanislaus is a top-rated university recognized for academic excellence, outstanding graduation rates, and championship athletics. CSU Stanislaus was named one of the "Best 368 Colleges" in the nation as well as one of 165 “Best Value Colleges" by The Princeton Review. Located in Turlock, a friendly San Joaquin Valley community of 70,000, CSU Stanislaus is one of the 23 campuses that comprise the California State University system. Undergraduate majors are available in over 40 disciplines, along with 24 masters degree programs and a new Executive Masters of Business Administration (EMBA) and a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership (Ed.D). With a student-to-faculty ratio of 21:1, our 8,882 students receive a personalized education and enjoy close mentoring relationships with their instructors.
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2011?
| Total Students | 9,246 | |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 7,922 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 5,059 | 64% |
| Men | 2,863 | 36% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 36 | <1% |
| Asian | 837 | 11% |
| African American / Black | 268 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 3,108 | 39% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 41 | 1% |
| White | 2,618 | 33% |
| Two or More Races | 294 | 4% |
| International | 118 | 1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 602 | 8% |
| Where do CSU Stan undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| California | 99% |
| Other US States & Territories | <1% |
| Other Countries | 1% |
| How old are CSU Stan undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 23 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 23% |
New Student Applications (Fall 2011)
New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen | ACT | SAT |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | 16 - 21 | |
| Math | 17 - 23 | 410 - 530 |
| English | 15 - 22 | |
| Critical Reading | 400 - 510 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top of graduating class Data Not Available | ||
| Average High School GPA Data Not Available | ||
Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?
Typical Undergraduate Costs for 2010-11 without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $20,060.00
The cost to attend California State University, Stanislaus varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
How much would I pay?
Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?
Scholarships & Grants
- 62% of 2010-11 full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $8,771.00. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.
Annual Need-Based Loans
- 36% of 2010-11 full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $4,180.00. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.
Percent of 2010 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
CSU Stan Classes & Instructors
| Classroom Environment | |
|---|---|
| Students per Faculty | 24 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 48% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 86% |
| Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty | 266 |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female | 47% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color | 25% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study | 87% |
Campus-based Housing
25% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
8% of all undergraduates live on campus
Campus Safety
The California State University, Stanislaus Police Department is an integral partner in the academic community and is dedicated to improving campus quality of life by promoting safety, accountability, tolerance, and compassion. The Department employs highly trained, full-time, sworn police officers, Community Service Officers, and an active support staff for the 24-hour protection of the Turlock campus community. The University Police also maintains close working relationships with all local, county, state and federal public safety agencies.
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/
- Basic Type
- Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)
- Size and Setting
- Medium four-year, primarily nonresidential
- Enrollment Profile
- High undergraduate
- Undergraduate Profile
- Medium full-time four-year, inclusive
- Undergraduate Instructional Program
- Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
- Graduate Instructional Program
- Postbaccalaureate comprehensive
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
Student Activities and Involvement at CSU Stan
Students who are actively involved in their own learning and development are more likely to be successful in college. Colleges and universities offer students a wide variety of opportunities both inside and outside the classroom to become engaged with new ideas, people, and experiences. Institutions measure the effectiveness of these opportunities in a variety of ways to better understand what types of activities and programs students find the most helpful.
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 95.0% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 49.0% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 12.0% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 84.0% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 11.0% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 29.0% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 47.0% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 3.0% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 96.0% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 95.0% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 70.0% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 62.0% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 95.0% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 52.0% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 79.0% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 93.0% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 68.0% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 65.0% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 87.0% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 60.0% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 78.0% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 84.0% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 79.0% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Majors and Degrees
| Degrees awarded at California State University, Stanislaus in 2010-11 | |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 1,442 |
| Master's | 351 |
| Doctoral | 13 |
| Total | 1,806 |
| Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2010-11 | |
|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | 19% |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 13% |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 9% |
| Psychology, General | 9% |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 6% |
Student Success & Progress Rate
A 83% four-year success and progress rate means that 83% of students starting in Fall 2005 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
Counts for the Fall 2005 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 870 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 878 Full-Time Transfer Students
Retention of Freshman Class
First-time students in Fall 2010 that returned for their second year: 87%
Student Learning at California State University, Stanislaus
All colleges and universities use multiple approaches to measure student learning. Many of these are specific to particular disciplines, many are coordinated with accrediting agencies, and many are based on outcomes after students have graduated.
California State University, Stanislaus’ commitment to assessment honors a positive learning environment and the preeminent role of faculty in the fostering and assessment of student learning. Assessment initiatives are implemented within the context of the CSU Stanislaus mission, vision, and values statements. The mission makes clear the University’s commitment to creating a learning environment, fostering diversity, and promoting lifelong learning. The vision proclaims the University’s efforts to become a major center of learning for the Central Valley and beyond. The values reinforce the University’s belief in the centrality of learning and its on-going commitment to a genuinely learning-centered university. It is the University’s strategic plan that displays the University’s mission, vision, and values in action and serves as the basis for the University’s assessment initiatives.
Pilot Project to Measure Core Learning Outcomes
Colleges and universities participating in the College Portrait measure the typical improvement in students' abilities to think, reason, and write using one of three tests. This is part of a pilot project to better understand and compare what students learn between their freshman and senior years at different colleges and universities.
2011 - 12 Results from the Collegiate Learning Assessment
The Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA) measures critical thinking, analytic reasoning, problem solving, and written communication using a performance task and an analytic writing task. The scores from the tasks are reported separately below.
Performance Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the performance task is well above what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 1024
Senior Score: 1291
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average EAA scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 903
Senior Score: 1025
Analytic Writing Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the analytic writing task is at or near what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 1001
Senior Score: 1170
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average EAA scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 903
Senior Score: 1025