San Jose State University — acceptance rate 80%, tuition $5,742 in-state, $17,622 out-of-stateSan Jose State University campus, San Jose, CA. Photo: Bobak Ha'Eri, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
C+
64/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B
73/100
Prestige
C+
53/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
36,062
Total Enrollment
65%
Graduation Rate
86%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
$13,833
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near San Jose State University ▼
11%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
The campus ZIP (95192) has no residential market, so these figures average 8 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (95113, 95112, 95110, 95116, 95126, 95122…).
What happens to students who enroll at San Jose State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$78,988
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$62,448
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$15,000
Median debt at graduation
69.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.2%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 19% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 87th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
🏆 Where San Jose State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,931 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person35%
Hybrid (Some Online)50%
Fully Online15%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)82%
25-64 (Adult)15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at San Jose State University?
San Jose State University has an acceptance rate of 80%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend San Jose State University?
Tuition at San Jose State University is
$5,742 for in-state students
and $17,622 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,833.
What is the graduation rate at San Jose State University?
The graduation rate at San Jose State University is 65%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is San Jose State University a good school?
San Jose State University has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend San Jose State University?
San Jose State University has a total enrollment of 36,062 students.
Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near San Jose State University?
Yes! Approximately 11% of students at San Jose State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 3,931 students who need rental housing near campus.
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