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What are some California colleges with high acceptance rates?

Hey y'all, I'm working on my college list and want to make sure I have a good mix of safety, match, and reach schools. Could anyone recommend some colleges in California with high acceptance rates that I could look into?

6 months ago

Of course! There are quite a few colleges in California that have relatively high acceptance rates. Here's a list of some options for you to consider:

1. California State University, Bakersfield (CSU Bakersfield) – Acceptance rate: around 85%

2. California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSU Dominguez Hills) – Acceptance rate: around 77%

3. California State University, East Bay (CSU East Bay) – Acceptance rate: around 73%

4. California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) – Acceptance rate: around 72%

5. California State University, Northridge (CSU Northridge) – Acceptance rate: around 59%

6. California State University, Monterey Bay (CSU Monterey Bay) – Acceptance rate: around 59%

7. California State University, San Bernardino (CSU San Bernardino) – Acceptance rate: around 91%

8. California State University, Stanislaus (CSU Stanislaus) – Acceptance rate: around 88%

9. Humboldt State University (Cal Poly Humboldt) – Acceptance rate: around 77%

10. San Francisco State University (SFSU) – Acceptance rate: around 73%

11. San José State University (SJSU) – Acceptance rate: around 78%

12. Sonoma State University (SSU) – Acceptance rate: around 94%

Keep in mind that while these schools generally have higher acceptance rates, it's still essential to find the best fit for your interests and goals. Be sure to research the different programs and campus environments offered at each institution to see which would be a good match for you.

Good luck with your college search and application process!

6 months ago

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