William Jessup University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Rocklin, California with 1,294 undergraduates. It admits 93% of applicants, costs an average of $26,418 a year after grants and graduates 48% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
William Jessup University acceptance rate and admissions
William Jessup University admitted 93% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 553 to 638, math 488 to 590). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
William Jessup University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $37,150 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,216 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $52,793 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,418 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,418 a year after grants and scholarships, $26,375 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run William Jessup University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
William Jessup University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $60,855 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,450 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
William Jessup University majors and what graduates earn
William Jessup University awarded bachelor's degrees in 21 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($65,031).
All 21 majors at William Jessup University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 42 | $65,355 | $65,031 | $22,802 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 9 | n/a | $53,692 | n/a |
| Psychology | 32 | $38,709 | $50,354 | $21,750 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 18 | n/a | $49,540 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Air Transportation | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at William Jessup University
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 60 | $84,682 | $30,750 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 40 | n/a | $45,827 |
| Computer science | Master's | 38 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 36 | $56,877 | $34,964 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at William Jessup University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,294 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 10 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at William Jessup University?
William Jessup University admitted 93% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does William Jessup University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $37,150. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,418 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for William Jessup University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 553 to 638 in reading and writing and 488 to 590 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is William Jessup University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, William Jessup University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at William Jessup University?
48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do William Jessup University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $60,855 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.