San Diego State UniversitySan Diego State University
San Diego, CA · West
- Acceptance rate
- 36.2%
- Cost after aid
- $15,364
- Graduation rate
- 76%
About San Diego State University
San Diego State University is a large public university in San Diego, CA, in a city setting.
What San Diego State University looks for
With an acceptance rate around 36%, the application readers spend less time per file than they do at the most selective schools, but they still read. A solid GPA, strong letters, and an essay that sounds like you wrote it yourself go a long way here. The biggest unforced error: a generic supplement essay. Even moderately selective schools notice when you have not bothered to learn anything about them.
Frequently asked
What is the acceptance rate at San Diego State University?
San Diego State University admits roughly 36% of applicants. Selective, but stats inside the middle 50% put you in real contention.
What does San Diego State University actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $15,364 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is San Diego State University a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat San Diego State University as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
