Public4-year
San Diego State University
San Diego, California · Official Website ↗
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#126
National
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#24
CA Rank
Overall Score
34%
Accept Rate
78%
Grad Rate (6yr)
34.0K
Students
$5,742
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
64/100
Composite Score
#126 nationally · #24 in CA
Student Outcomes
30%78/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%60/100
Academic Profile
15%50/100
Program Breadth
10%86/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.
About San Diego State University
San Diego State University is a public four-year university located in San Diego, California. It is ranked #126 nationally and #24 in California by our composite scoring methodology. San Diego State University is a selective institution, admitting 34% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 34,050 students with a six-year graduation rate of 78%, with costs below the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
34%
In-State Tuition
$5,742
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,622
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
78%
Total Enrollment
34,050
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Strong graduation outcomes
✓Competitive admissions signals strong academic community
✓Large campus — wide range of programs and campus life
✓In-state tuition below national average for public universities
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
Who Is This College For?
1.Students with solid academics looking for a competitive but accessible program
2.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
3.Students who thrive in large, diverse campus environments
Frequently Asked Questions
San Diego State University has an acceptance rate of 34%. Competitive but accessible with strong academic preparation.
Rankings
National Rank#126
California Rank#24
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationSan Diego, CA
Enrollment34,050 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$5,742/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,622/yr
Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.
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All California Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.