San Jose State University

San Jose State University is a public university located in San Jose, California, with an enrollment of approximately 27,601 students. The university admits a large share of applicants — its acceptance rate of 84.6% means that most people who apply are offered admission. Once enrolled, 86.8% of students return for their second year, and 69.2% ultimately graduate.

In-state tuition is $8,410 per year, while out-of-state students pay $21,010 per year. The average annual net price — the total estimated cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, after grant and scholarship aid is applied — is $13,760. This figure represents what students actually pay on average and can exceed published tuition depending on a student's living situation and aid package. About 35.2% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants, indicating that a significant portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.

Among students who complete a degree or credential, the median federal student loan debt is $15,000. Only 19.5% of all enrolled students take out federal loans, suggesting that many students fund their education without borrowing federally. Of those who do borrow, 74.3% are actively reducing their loan balance within three years of entering repayment — a figure that reflects borrowers' ability to manage their debt after leaving school.

Median earnings for students who enrolled at San Jose State — measured ten years after enrollment and across all federally-aided students, including those who did not complete a credential — are $78,988. Because this figure includes non-completers as well as graduates, actual earnings for those who finish a degree may differ.

San Jose State offers programs relevant to library and information science, making it a potential option for adults pursuing careers as librarians. Prospective students interested in this or other fields should consult the university directly for current program availability and requirements.