San Diego State University
San Diego, CaliforniaOverview
Student Population
35,303National Rank
#137| Location | San Diego, California |
| Online | sdsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | 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 69,399 prospective students applied, and 23,998 were granted admission. Of those admitted 5,750 enrolled in the school. 30,451 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,852 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $1,746. San Diego State is ranked 137 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Difficult| SAT | 1110/1310 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
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Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
$5,742| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,915 |
| Other Fees | $1,746 |
| Room and Board | $16,892 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,023 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,318 |
Out of State Tuition
$17,622| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,915 |
| Other Fees | $1,746 |
| Room and Board | $16,892 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,023 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,198 |
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.
