University of California San Diego
La Jolla, CaliforniaOverview
Student Population
37,887National Rank
#58| Location | La Jolla, California |
| Online | ucsd.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in La Jolla, California, University of California San Diego is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 97,894 prospective students applied, and 29,428 were granted admission. Of those admitted 6,707 enrolled in the school. 36,590 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,297 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $11,442 plus fees of $2,725. UCSD is ranked 58 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Exceptional| SAT | 1260/1470 |
| ACT | 27/33 |
| GPA | 3.82 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
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Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
$11,442| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,102 |
| Other Fees | $2,725 |
| Room and Board | $13,651 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,918 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,838 |
Out of State Tuition
$40,434| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,102 |
| Other Fees | $2,725 |
| Room and Board | $13,651 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,918 |
| Total One Year Cost | $61,830 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$67,900 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
85% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Biology | 23% |
| Social Sciences | 21% |
| Engineering | 10% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| General Studies | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110680 IPEDS survey data for University of California San Diego.
