Sonoma State University was founded in 1960, with its first batch starting in 1961. The first batch had an enrollment of 250 students, and the university was intended to be a part of the California State College System.&nbsp;

It offered its first four-year programme in 1962. The college moved to its permanent campus in 1966. It has an area of 215 acres (87 ha) where the first graduating class received their degrees.

Facts -&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Sonoma State University is ranked 34th in the list of the most beautiful colleges in the US.</li>
	<li>The 2022 USNWR Best Regional Colleges West Rankings ranks Sonoma 16 on Top Public School.</li>
	<li>There are more than 65 departments and academic programs divided into six schools.</li>
	<li>The university is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. It is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges.</li>
	<li>The university has 9408 students, 606 faculty members and 899 staff members.</li>
	<li>The gender demographics of the university are 63% female and 37% male</li>
</ul>

About

On-Campus Accommodation

The cost of on-campus housing at Sonoma State University is roughly USD 325 (INR 25000) per month.

<ul>
	<li>Housing is not conventional, and living spaces are open and expansive with suite- and apartment-style accommodations.</li>
	<li>Depending on whether you&#39;re a transfer student, a returning student, or a first-year student, it offers single, double, or triple occupancy rooms. There are numerous substitutes available (based on availability).</li>
	<li>The six various housing options are Beaujolais Village, Cabernet Village, Sauvignon Village, Tuscany Village, Verdot Village, and Zinfandel Village.</li>
</ul>

Off-Campus Accommodation

You can just do a quick internet search to find various housing options nearby. It is recommended to opt for sharing accommodation as they&#39;re more affordable. Make sure there are amenities like WiFi, heater, kitchen, and laundry as they&#39;re most essential.

Accommodation

<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_Danaher_(activist)">Kevin Danaher</a> -&nbsp; American Author and Anti-Globalization Activist

<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Allen">Larry Allen</a> - Former Professional Football Player

<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Zaillian">Steven Zaillion</a> - American Screenwriter, Director, Film editor and Producer.

Alumni

Application Portal&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calstate.edu/apply">Apply Here!</a>

Application Fee -&nbsp;70 USD

Application Procedure

Student Involvement aims to improve your time at Sonoma State University. By becoming engaged, you may develop your abilities, meet exciting people, and find your home on campus.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Discover the many available clubs and organisations, including academic/departmental, multicultural, spiritual, political, social, particular interests, performing arts, competitive sports clubs, and much more.

Sports and Athletics

The Sport Clubs programme promotes student participation in various intercollegiate sporting tournaments.

<ul>
	<li>Each athletic club is run and managed by the athletes themselves.</li>
	<li>Along with the advantages of athletic competition, sports club members also gain skills in cooperation, leadership, problem-solving, and money management.</li>
	<li>Sports clubs function like an NCAA team and are far more engaging than intramural sports.</li>
</ul>

The Campus Recreation Center offers&nbsp;many fantastic activities to stay active and have a good time. Using the Mt. Everest, McKinley, or Fitness Centers, locker rooms, spas, pools, game rooms, or equipment is free for students.

Fraternities and Sororities

\ The Fraternity &amp; Sorority Life team is in charge of overseeing recruitment efforts and providing the community with regular programming and event opportunities. Students are assisted by the fraternity and sorority community in acquiring critical abilities for success in their undergraduate courses and careers as well as a better sense of belonging and ties to the university.

&nbsp;

Campus

The university offers 46 majors and 49 minors to students. The courses range from nursing to education to business. The U.S. News and World Report have ranked Sonoma State as one of the top public colleges in the West. They have a smaller class size as compared to other universities which give better one-to-one teaching experience. There is also a variety of societies and clubs for you to join, which will help you in your growth.&nbsp;

&nbsp;

Conclusion

The faculty-to-student ratio at the university is 1:14. The professors are also friendly and make their students quite comfortable.

<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-goman-202512108/">Michelle Goman</a>&nbsp;- Professor -&nbsp;Geography, Environment, and Planning

<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/art-warmoth-4b79b322/">Art Warmoth</a>&nbsp;- Professor -&nbsp;Psychology

&nbsp;

Faculty

Every year, the university gives out about 1.1 million in scholarships. Every year, about 2,000 students graduate.

CSU Future Scholars Scholarships

Students who are first generation and in need are eligible for the award. Applications are available in the late spring and early summer and are renewable for up to four years. The required paperwork and excellent academic records are a requirement for this award.

Departmental Scholarships

Additionally, students can apply for scholarships directly through the academic departments they are enrolled in. Since they authorise Departmental Scholarships, the faculty bears a significant portion of responsibility for this type of scholarship.

Financial Aid

The university has a beautiful 269-acre campus which is known for its greenery. The infrastructure is developed well to give facilities such as:-

<ul>
	<li>The three-story, 215,000-square-foot library is separated into two wings housing different areas on each floor.</li>
	<li>Music Education Hall, which opened in 2008 for students consists of two 60-person classrooms.</li>
</ul>

Library

<ul>
	<li>More than 200 computers with a variety of applications loaded are available for use throughout the Library.</li>
	<li>The library&#39;s printing, scanning, and photocopying facilities are very convenient.</li>
	<li>The library has 145 workstations (Macs and PCs) with internet access and applications.</li>
</ul>

The university has taken the necessary measures to ensure safety and security at the campus. Some of the measures are:-

<ul>
	<li>The Sonoma State Police Department for security remains on campus and patrols twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.</li>
	<li>Fire safety equipment&nbsp;like fire hose, fire alarms, sprinklers, smoke detectors etc.</li>
</ul>

Infrastructure

California was admitted as the 31st state on September 9, 1850. By the early 1960s, it was the most populous U.S. state. It is bounded by Oregon to the north, Nevada and Arizona to the east, the Mexican state of Baja California to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.&nbsp;

Some of the essential places that you can visit while travelling here are:-

<ul>
	<li>Weill Hall - Green Music Center</li>
	<li>Sonoma Distilling Company</li>
	<li>Graton Resort &amp; Casino</li>
</ul>

Travel and Transportation

There are several options for getting to, from, and around Sonoma. Sonoma&#39;s downtown is both walking and bicycle-friendly, so park your car and start exploring. In addition to public transportation bus services, private transportation options include taxis, ridesharing services, limousines, and tour operators.

Crime Rate -&nbsp;

Rohnert Park is not too safe; the authorities are active there and take quick action in case of any issues.

Nearby Airports -

<ul>
	<li>Charles M. Schulz&ndash;Sonoma County Airport</li>
	<li>Oakland International Airport</li>
	<li>Petaluma Municipal Airport</li>
</ul>

Location

Internships

The university has internship opportunities for students which helps students get practical experience in their field. There are also options for remote internships as well.&nbsp;

Placements

The Sonoma State University Career Center aims to motivate and provide students with the tools they need to actively participate in the process of creating their careers. The vast tools and counselling provided by the career counsellors are entirely tailored to the needs of each student.

<ul>
	<li>The university has a placement rate of about 85%.</li>
	<li>The Vancouver Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, The Walt Disney Company, Nanosyn, and Plaisware are some of the well-known employers of university graduates.</li>
	<li>Graduates from Sonoma State University typically earn USD 40,000 as their starting salary.</li>
</ul>

Placements

The summers are long, arid, warm, and mostly clear In Rohnert Park while the winters are short, wet, cold, and partly cloudy.&nbsp;The temperature usually varies from 38&deg;F to 83&deg;F throughout the year.

Weather

There was an error while trying to submit the form, please try again.

Error

University Form

Thank you for registering! Our team will get in touch with you shortly! 

Success

Register Today!

Azent Home

Sonoma State University

Top programs at Sonoma State University

Azent Overseas Education

AxiosError

Round 1

Jan 2024 Sonoma State University  81fbdf18

Career Mosaic

English, B.A. - Creative Writing Concentration

Physical Science, B.A. - Physical Science with Concentration in Foundational Health

English, B.A. - English Education Concentration (Secondary Teaching Prep)

English, B.A. - Literature Concentration

French Language Certificate for Wine Business

Physical Science with Concentration in Foundational Health, B.A.

Option I - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MFT & LPCC), M.A.

Physical Science, B.A. - Physical Science with Concentration in Teaching

Art History, B.A.

Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Early Childhood Studies Integrated Teacher Education Program-Special Education (mild/moderate)

Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Early Childhood Studies Integrated Teacher Education Program-Special Education (moderate/severe)

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Pathway in Film Studies  

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Pathway in Literature and Art 

Environmental Science, Geography, and Management, B.S.

History, B.A.

English, M.A.

History, M.A.

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Pathway in Critical Race, Gender, and Sexuality Studies 

Kinesiology, B.S. - Exercise Science Concentration

Kinesiology, B.S. - Lifetime Physical Activity Concentration

Theatre Arts with Concentration in Technical Theatre, B.A.

Theatre Arts with Concentration in Theatre Studies, B.A.

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Pathway in Comparative Ethnic Studies 

German Cultural Studies, B.A., Track A

German Cultural Studies, B.A., Track B

Biology, B.S.- Physiology Concentration

Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Early Childhood Education Concentration

Music, Music Education Concentration, B.M.

Physical Science with Concentration in Teaching, B.A.

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Pathway in Native American Studies 

Mathematics, B.A. - Mathematics Secondary Teaching Concentration  

Philosophy, B.A. - Social Justice Concentration

Philosophy, Social Justice Concentration, B.A.

Theatre Arts with Concentration in Acting, B.A.

Education with a Concentration in Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning (CTL), M.A.

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Concentration in Africana Studies

Business Administration, B.S. - Wine Business Strategies Concentration

Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Early Childhood Development Concentration 

Environmental Studies, Geography, and Planning, B.A.

Music, Liberal Arts Concentration, B.A.

Education with a Concentration in Early Childhood Education, M.A.

Education with an Emphasis in Reading and Language, M.A.

Electrical and Computer Engineering, M.S.

Film Studies, M.A.

Psychology, Depth Psychology Emphasis, M.A.

Early Childhood Education Certificate

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Pathway in Hemispheric Studies 

American Multicultural Studies, B.A. - Pathway in Multicultural Education 

Biology, B.S.- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Concentration

Biology, B.S.- Marine Biology Concentration

Music, Jazz Studies Concentration, B.M.

Early Childhood Education, M.A.

Executive Master of Business Administration, M.B.A.

Anthropology, B.A.

Biochemistry, B.S.

Biology, B.S.- Molecular Cell Biology Concentration

Business Administration, B.S. - Accounting Concentration

Business Administration, B.S. - Finance Concentration

Business Administration, B.S. - Financial Management Concentration

Business Administration, B.S. - Marketing Concentration

Chemistry, B.A.

Chemistry, B.S.

Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies, B.A.

Electrical Engineering, B.S.

French, B.A.

Kinesiology, B.S. - Interdisciplinary Concentration

Music, Composition Concentration, B.M.

Music, Performance Concentration, B.M.

Philosophy, B.A. - Pre-Law and Ethics Concentration

Philosophy, B.A. - Science, Technology, and Ethics Concentration

Philosophy, Pre-Law and Ethics Concentration, B.A.

Philosophy, Science, Technology, and Ethics Concentration, B.A.

Physics, B.S. - Astrophysics Concentration

Psychology, B.A.

Spanish, B.A.

Cultural Resources Management, M.A.

Educational Leadership, M.A.

Spanish, M.A.

Biology, B.A. - Zoology Concentration

Business Administration with a Concentration in Management, B.S. (College of Marin)

Business Administration with a Concentration in Management, B.S., (Mendocino College/Lake County)

Business Administration with a Concentration in Management, B.S., (Solano Community College)

Business Administration with a Concentration in Management, B.S., (SRJC, Petaluma)

Bachelor of Arts in Chicano and Latino Studies, Teacher Preparation Track, Multiple Subjects Program

Sonoma State University

Sonoma State University

#331

Rank

Jan/May/Dec...

Intake

USD 13000

Cost of Living

All Courses

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Master

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Sonoma State University

Sonoma State University

#331

Rank

Jan/May/Dec...

Intake

USD 13000

Cost of Living

All Courses

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Master

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Bachelor

Your Study Abroad Dream Is Just A Click Away