California Northstate University

California Northstate University is a small private non-profit higher education located in Elk Grove, California, with an undergraduate enrollment of 37. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple academic disciplines, serving a student body drawn primarily from the local and regional population. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader California postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 92% acceptance rate, admission is open to most applicants. The 92% acceptance rate reflects a broadly open admissions approach serving a wide range of students. The 4-year graduation rate is 95%, 50 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level. The institution's curriculum is designed to align with regional workforce needs and provides students with access to internship pipelines, cooperative education opportunities, and career counseling services.