Overview
Student Population
35,772National Rank
#64| Location | La Jolla, California |
| Online | ucsd.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | 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 88,446 prospective students applied, and 30,061 were granted admission. Of those admitted 5,699 enrolled in the school. 34,566 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,206 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $11,502 plus fees of $2,516. UCSD is ranked 64 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Exceptional| SAT | 1280/1460 |
| ACT | 27/33 |
| GPA | 3.82 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
$11,502| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,198 |
| Other Fees | $2,516 |
| Room and Board | $13,115 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,832 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,163 |
Out of State Tuition
$39,516| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,198 |
| Other Fees | $2,516 |
| Room and Board | $13,115 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,832 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,177 |
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.
