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San Diego State University

San Diego, CA

Overview

  • Type
    4-year • Public
  • Campus Life
    Very Large • Urban
  • Average Per Year After Aid
    $13K
  • SAT Range
    1130–1340
  • Graduation Rate
    78%

San Diego State University is a very large, 4-year, public university. This coed college is located in a large city in an urban setting and is primarily a commuter campus. It offers bachelor's, certificate, master's, and doctoral degrees. This college has an acceptance rate of 34% and a graduation rate of 78%.

From the Institution

San Diego State University is a major public research institution that provides transformative experiences for its more than 36,000 students. SDSU offers bachelor's degrees in 96 areas, master's degrees in 84 fields and doctorates in 23 areas, with additional certificates and programs at regional microsites. SDSU ranks as the No. 1 California State University in federal research support, as one of the top public research universities in California. In addition to academic offerings at SDSU, SDSU Imperial Valley and SDSU Georgia, SDSU Global Campus offers online training, certificates and degrees in areas of study designed to meet the needs of students everywhere. Students participate in transformational research, international experiences, sustainability and entrepreneurship initiatives, internships and mentoring, and a broad range of student life and leadership opportunities. SDSU is committed to inclusive excellence and is known for its efforts in advancing diversity and inclusion. SDSU is nationally recognized for its study abroad initiatives, veterans' programs and support of LGBTQIA+ students, as well as its powerhouse Division I Athletics Program. About 50% of SDSU's undergraduate and graduate students are students of color. The university resides on Kumeyaay land and is recognized as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). SDSU is also a long-standing Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). The university's campus life and location offers opportunities for students to lead and engage with the creative and performing arts, career and internship opportunities with SDSU's nearly 500,000 living alumni, and the vibrant cultural life of the greater San Diego and U.S.- Mexico region.

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College Board Code
4682
Application Types Accepted
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Important Dates

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November 30
Regular Application Due
March 2
Financial Aid Application Due

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