B+
Very Good
Score: 71/100
Quick Stats
39,241
Total Enrollment
78%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
34%
Acceptance Rate
$19,500
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where San Diego State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,742 | $17,622 |
| Room | $14,344 | |
| Board | $7,080 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $34,072 | $45,952 |
Financial Aid
95%
Receive Any Aid
24%
Receive Pell Grants
30%
Take Out Loans
$19,500
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $9,655 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $10,241 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $14,205 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $18,176 |
| $110,001+ | $24,913 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Business Administration and Management, General
2,399 grads/yr
Psychology, General
707 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
547 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
406 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
321 grads/yr
Art/Art Studies, General
285 grads/yr
Computer Science
281 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
277 grads/yr
Public Health, General
274 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
265 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
231 grads/yr
Education, General
226 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other
223 grads/yr
Economics, General
216 grads/yr
Mechanical Engineering
210 grads/yr
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
183 grads/yr
Sociology, General
176 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
174 grads/yr
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
169 grads/yr
Civil Engineering, General
160 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from San Diego State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
39,241
Total Students
57%
Women
87%
Traditional Age (18-24)
7%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
34%
Hispanic
36%
Black
4%
Asian
13%
Two or More
7%
Non-Resident
4%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
62%
Off-Campus (Renters)
7%
With Family
31%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,629 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
44%
Hybrid (Some Online)
50%
Fully Online
6%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
87%
25-64 (Adult)
12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at San Diego State University?
San Diego State University has an acceptance rate of 34%.
This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend San Diego State University?
Tuition at San Diego State University is
$5,742 for in-state students
and $17,622 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $19,500.
What is the graduation rate at San Diego State University?
The graduation rate at San Diego State University is 78%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is San Diego State University a good school?
San Diego State University has a Repit College Score of 71/100 (Grade: B+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend San Diego State University?
San Diego State University has a total enrollment of 39,241 students.
Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near San Diego State University?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at San Diego State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 2,629 students who need rental housing near campus.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology