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Fresno State’s eight schools and colleges offer 74 undergraduate, 49 post-baccalaureate and three doctoral degree programs that emphasize hands-on learning experiences designed to prepare you for success after graduation.
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Fresno State Athletics is the heart of our community. In the ninth most diverse city in the nation, everyone comes together under the swell of the Red Wave. Show your Bulldog pride by joining the biggest party in the Valley this fall.
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Through a guaranteed admissions program, high school students from partnering school districts who meet the minimum California State University requirements are guaranteed a spot at Fresno State after they graduate.
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Fresno State has provided me with life-changing experiences leading to my personal growth, academic development, and lifelong connections.
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The 365,000-square-foot library is located at the heart of campus. -
Gain hands-on experience in campus labs. -
Meet Fresno State’s furry live mascot, Victor E. Bulldog IV. -
Get involved on campus at the Resnick Student Union. -
18 varsity teams compete in NCAA Division I. -
Students participate in cultural events on campus.
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Study endangered species in Panoche Hills. -
Conduct research with faculty at Morro Bay. -
Study species at Sequoia National Park. -
Engage in hands-on learning at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo. -
Gain rich agricultural experience at the campus farm. -
Take field trips to the San Joaquin River. -
Participate in local service opportunities.
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Latest News
See All NewsFresno State continues to rank among the best public and private universities nationwide for helping students improve their socioeconomic status through educational opportunities.
The university ranked No. 4 in the nation for social mobility in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings published Sept. 4, moving up from No. 6 last year. Fresno State also ranked No. 15 for best student experience, No. 16 for Best Value and No. 51 overall among the 500 best universities in the country.
Fresno State is one of four California State University campuses in the top 10 for providing a high-quality education at an affordable price to create opportunities for students to move from one socioeconomic class to another. About 64% of Fresno State students are the first in their families to attend college.
Coming Up
See All Events- 09/13Recreational Badminton (Fall)
- 09/13An Evening of Poetry: Ashley M. Jones
- 09/14Harriet Tubman Tribute
- 09/15Argentine Tango Class
- 09/17Wise Up Presented by EECU
- 09/18Get ENGAGEd Workshop
- 09/18Wellness Wednesday
- 09/18Bulldog Round Up
- 09/18Chicano Alumni Bookclub: Eyewitness
- 09/18The President's Lecture Series: Jane Olson