William Jessup University
Jessup University
Rocklin, California 95765-3707
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
William Jessup University is a private institution in Rocklin with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 1K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
61% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,257 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,300.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History The university was founded as San Jose Bible College in 1939, in San Jose by William Lee Jessup, the college's first president.
- •Eugene Claremont Sanderson had originally started Evangel Bible University in San Jose in 1934 but was unable to make it viable.
- •William Jessup retired in 1960 and was succeeded by Alvan L.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
53.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,419
Programs (44)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
69%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment