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San Diego State University

San Diego State University is a large, public institution located in San Diego, ca. Founded in 1897, San Diego State University offers undergraduate degrees in 212 majors.

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Key stats

4 Year, Public
Division 1
34,050 undergraduates
cost $8,290 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into San Diego State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 34.4%
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Average high school GPA 3.84
Application fee $70
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Key deadlines

November
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! San Diego State University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 22:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
22 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Other
Law and Legal Studies
Computer Science and Information Technology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Computer Science
Biology, General

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $8,290
Additional expenses
Room & board $21,630
Books & supplies $908
Other expenses $3,244
Cost of attendance* $34,072
Average financial aid package $18,068
Estimated cost $16,004 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $20,170
Additional expenses
Room & board $21,630
Books & supplies $908
Other expenses $3,244
Cost of attendance* $45,952
Average financial aid package $18,068
Estimated cost $27,884 See my potential costs

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? San Diego State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 34,050, with gender binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

39,241

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
34%
African American %
4%
Hispanic American %
36%
Asian %
13%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
7%
Unknown %
6%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At San Diego State University, students love their Weber Honors College, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182
phone 6195945200
address www.sdsu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Weber honors college

American marketing assoc

Women in business

Social fraternities/sororities

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about San Diego State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is San Diego State University?

San Diego State University is located in San Diego, ca.

What is the acceptance rate at San Diego State University? 

The acceptance rate for San Diego State University is 34%.

What’s the average GPA for San Diego State University?

The average high school GPA for San Diego State University students was 3.84.

How much does it cost for 4 years at San Diego State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at San Diego State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $136,288.

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