Overview
Student Population
35,158National Rank
#145| Location | San Diego, California |
| Online | sdsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in San Diego, California, San Diego State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 60,910 prospective students applied, and 21,574 were granted admission. Of those admitted 5,366 enrolled in the school. 30,090 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,068 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $1,718. San Diego State is ranked 145 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Difficult| SAT | 1160/1350 |
| ACT | 23/28 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
$5,742| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,854 |
| Other Fees | $1,718 |
| Room and Board | $15,966 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,944 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,224 |
Out of State Tuition
$17,622| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,854 |
| Other Fees | $1,718 |
| Room and Board | $15,966 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,944 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,104 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$53,400 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
66% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=122409 IPEDS survey data for San Diego State University.
