University of California-San Diego

At a glance

Admission rate

27%

Undergraduates

34,948

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.

UC San Diego does not consider SAT or ACT scores as a factor in admission or scholarship decisions (applies to the fall 2027 UC application); scores may be used only for minimum requirements or course placement after enrollment. International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency if applicable. (Verified on the official admissions website on 2026-11-06.)

Policy source: admissions.ucsd.edu

Admissions

Accepts

UC Application$80 per UC campus; $95 for international and non-immigrant applicants.

Application fee

$80

Phone

(858) 534-2230

Admissions email

infointernational@ucsd.edu

Source: School's page (admission.universityofcalifornia.edu), checked November 6, 2026

Cost

Tuition, in-state

$17,337per year

Tuition, out-of-state

$54,939per year

Average net price

$14,794What 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

86%

First-year retention

94%

Median earnings 10 years after entry

$96,197

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

Degrees and programs

Degree levels: bachelor, master, doctoral, first professional

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