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California Northstate University

Elk Grove, CA·Private (for-profit)·~92% acceptance

Located in Elk Grove, CA, California Northstate University is a private for-profit university. Admissions are accessible, with about 92% of applicants accepted. About 95% of students graduate.

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Deadlines
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Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.27–3.77
SAT (middle 50%)Not considered
ACT (middle 50%)Not considered
Test policyTest blind
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
95%
graduation rate
86%
freshman retention
Not reported
median earnings, 6yr
Not reported
median earnings, 10yr
How California Northstate reads an application

What California Northstate requires

Required
Grades (GPA)TOEFL / English proficiencyOther test scores
Considered
Course rigorClass rankCollege-prep programRecommendationsApplication essaysDemonstration of competenciesWork experienceAlumni relation (legacy)

From federal IPEDS data — what California Northstate requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is California Northstate University's acceptance rate?
California Northstate University admits about 92% of applicants.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for California Northstate University?
None. California Northstate University is test blind: SAT and ACT scores are not considered in admissions decisions.
What are California Northstate University's application deadlines?
California Northstate University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
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