Sonoma State University

Rohnert Park, CA · Public · Visit Website

Sonoma State University's campus is located in Rohnert Park, in the Sonoma County wine country. The university is known for its strong liberal arts programs and a commitment to sustainability. As a designated Hispanic-serving institution, Sonoma State cultivates a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Students can often be found enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding area, taking advantage of the campus's proximity to both the coast and the mountains.

Programs Analyzed
24
Avg Grad Earnings
$43,855/yr
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
55/100
Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$8,190/yr
Out-of-state: $20,070/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 36% of students receive Pell Grants and 27% take federal loans.

Family Income Avg Net Price/yr 4-Year Net Cost Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K $9,406 $37,624 11.7x
$30K – $48K $11,158 $44,632 9.8x
$48K – $75K $12,751 $51,004 8.6x
$75K – $110K $16,423 $65,692 6.7x
$110K+ $22,141 $88,564 5.0x
Sticker price (no aid) $8,190 $32,760 13.4x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at Sonoma State University

24 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program DW Score Earnings AI Risk ROI
Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration
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91 $125,646/yr High 39.1x
Computer Science
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87 $66,481/yr Very High 44.0x
Economics
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80 $53,825/yr Very High 29.7x
Business Administration
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79 $55,001/yr High 23.5x
Criminal Justice and Corrections
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66 $38,444/yr Moderate 19.8x
Electrical
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64 $78,247/yr Very High 22.9x
Mathematics
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55 $38,699/yr Very High 18.3x
Sociology
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55 $37,896/yr High 18.1x
Human Development & Family Studies
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55 $33,906/yr High 16.6x
Biology, General
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54 $34,074/yr High 21.5x
Political Science and Government
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53 $43,547/yr Very High 12.3x
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
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52 $40,759/yr High 18.2x
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
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52 $33,022/yr Moderate 17.9x
History
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52 $31,992/yr High 17.0x
Romance Languages & Literatures
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48 $36,237/yr Very High 16.8x
Communication and Media Studies
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48 $32,952/yr High 17.9x
Geography and Cartography
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47 $40,614/yr High 11.4x
Liberal Arts and Sciences
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47 $39,758/yr Low 17.0x
Psychology, General
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47 $33,006/yr High 15.7x
Ethnic & Cultural Minority
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43 $35,263/yr Very High 17.0x
English Language and Literature, General
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42 $31,282/yr Very High 16.0x
Anthropology
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37 $31,744/yr High 8.7x
Education, Other
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36 $31,095/yr High 15.3x
Fine and Studio Arts
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35 $29,035/yr Moderate 11.2x
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