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San Diego State University

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

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics N/A
undergraduates 31,810 undergraduates
cost $8,174 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.

Acceptance rate 39.3%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee N/A
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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 25:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
25 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $8,174
Additional expenses
Room & board $19,714
Books & supplies $1,146
Other expenses $3,076
Cost of attendance* $32,110
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $32,110 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $20,054
Additional expenses
Room & board $19,714
Books & supplies $1,146
Other expenses $3,076
Cost of attendance* $43,990
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $43,990 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 31,810, with gender binary students split 43% male and 57% female.

Total enrollment

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Enrollment by gender

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Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

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Campus info

map 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182-0001
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Athletics

NCAA Division level
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greek-life

Greek life

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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 39%.

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

The average high school GPA for San Diego State University students was N/A.

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 $128,440.

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