Turlock, California · ★ — / 5 Overall
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California State University, Stanislaus (Stanislaus State, Stan State) is a public university in Turlock, California, United States. It is part of the California State University system. It was established in 1957 and offers 45 bachelor's degree programs and 38 graduate programs, which include 22 master's degree programs, one doctoral degree (Doctor of Education), 10 certificate programs, and 5 teaching credentials. Stanislaus State is a Hispanic-serving institution.
Master's Universities
Ranked #5 in Master's Universities (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
Best Health Services
Ranked #23 in Best Health Services (2027). Source: Princeton Review ↗
Value rank
Ranked #23 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
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One University Circle, Turlock, California, 95382-0299
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Ranked #301 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
Total: 9,841
Undergrad: 8,669
Undergrad full-time: 6,923
Graduate: 1,172
Part-time: 2,113
In-state
Tuition: $7,826
Total cost on campus: $25,306
Out-of-state
Tuition: $19,706
Total cost on campus: $37,186
Room & board: $12,728
Books & supplies: $1,038
Receive aid: 89%
Avg grant aid: $11,362
Pell grant recipients: 61%
Rent: $1,038 / mo
Average city asking rent, as a roommate share. Zillow Observed Rent Index.
Coffee: $6.50
State average cafe price. Numbeo, 2024.
Gas: $6.37 / gal
State average price. AAA.
Average meal: $7.62
Published board plan, per meal. IPEDS.