Guaranteed Admissions
Chaffey Joint Union High School District Expands Guaranteed Admissions Program with Sacramento State University
The Chaffey Joint Union High School District continues to strengthen its commitment to expanding college and career access for students with the approval of its 13th Guaranteed Admissions Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). At the February 11, 2025 board meeting, CJUHSD officially entered into an agreement with California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State), marking a historic milestone as the first high school district to sign a guaranteed admissions MOU with the university.
Through this partnership, eligible CJUHSD students who meet California State University, Sacramento (CSUS) admission requirements will be granted guaranteed admission, providing a clear and streamlined pathway to higher education. This agreement underscores CJUHSD’s dedication to increasing postsecondary opportunities and reducing barriers to college enrollment.
About Sacramento State University
Sacramento State University, commonly known as Sac State, is a highly regarded public institution in California’s capital, serving over 30,000 students annually. The university has earned recognition for its academic excellence, diversity, and commitment to student success. Notably, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Sac State among the top 10 regional universities in the West, while money.com has ranked them the 9th most transformative university in the country.
In addition to its rankings, Sacramento State has launched innovative programs that set it apart from other institutions, including:
- Black Honors College – A first-of-its-kind program designed to support Black excellence, leadership, and scholarship in higher education in efforts to close an achievement gap.
- Combat University – A pioneering initiative in partnership with UFC Hall of Famer, Urijah Fabers, that provides students an opportunity to receive elite training and conditioning while earning a bachelor’s degree for that career field regardless if a student is pursuing a career in professional fighting or a non-fighting career in that industry.
This partnership with Sacramento State enhances CJUHSD’s growing list of guaranteed admissions agreements, reinforcing the district’s drive to ensure every student has access to high-quality postsecondary education. With 13 guaranteed admissions MOUs now in place, CJUHSD continues to lead the way in expanding college and career readiness, access, and success for its students.
This agreement joins our existing partnerships with:
✅ Cal State San Bernardino
✅ Cal Poly Pomona
✅ Cal State Bakersfield
✅ Cal Baptist University
✅ University of Redlands
✅ University of La Verne
✅ Azusa Pacific University
✅ Biola University
✅ Grand Canyon University
✅ Fresno Pacific University
✅ Florida A&M University
✅ Whitworth University
We encourage eligible seniors and their families to explore this exciting opportunity. Visit the California State University, Sacramento to learn more about their programs and begin the application process.
With each new agreement, we continue to expand opportunities for our students to pursue their college and career aspirations with confidence. We are incredibly proud to offer these pathways to success and look forward to seeing our students achieve their academic dreams.
For more information about Guaranteed Admissions and eligibility requirements, please contact your school counselor.
