San Diego State University

At a glance

Admission rate

36%

Undergraduates

35,377

Setting

City: Large

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Test policy

Test blind Scores aren't considered, even if sent.

In alignment with the CSU system, SDSU no longer uses SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants (fall 2027) to determine admission eligibility; scores may be used for math/English placement if admitted. International applicants must meet English proficiency requirements (some SAT/ACT section scores accepted as one route). (Verified on the official admissions website on 2026-11-06.)

Policy source: admissions.sdsu.edu

Admissions

Accepts

Cal State ApplyNonrefundable $70 filing fee due at submission.

Application fee

$70

Phone

(619) 594-5200

Source: School's page (admissions.sdsu.edu), checked November 6, 2026

Cost

Tuition, in-state

$9,180per year

Tuition, out-of-state

$25,500per year

Average net price

$13,243What students who get federal aid pay on average after grants and scholarships, per year.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Outcomes

Graduation rate

78%

First-year retention

91%

Median earnings 10 years after entry

$73,494

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Degrees and programs

Degree levels: undergraduate certificate, bachelor, post-baccalaureate certificate, master, doctoral, first professional, graduate certificate

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Data by Field of Study