Campus Vibe
Known for business — major research university
San Diego State University is a public institution in San Diego with particular strength in business and engineering.
A large campus of 33.7K undergraduates with a 22:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
78% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,909 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,174.
Campus Visits
News & Alerts
San Diego State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$16,174
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
76.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,847
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
256
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (212)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Charlie Smith
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average