San Diego State University
Founded 1897
President Adela de la Torre (President)
Fees USD 7,748
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
San Diego State University (SDSU) is the largest and oldest university in San Diego, founded in 1897, and one of the most selective campuses in the CSU system. SDSU enrolls approximately 37,000 students and is classified as a research university (R2), with growing doctoral programs and over $200M in annual research expenditures. The campus is nationally known for its College of Business, School of Public Health, and its College of Sciences.
Colleges
- Fowler College of Business — Top California business school
- College of Engineering — ABET-accredited programs
- School of Public Health — CEPH-accredited, top-25 nationally
- College of Sciences — Biology, chemistry, and astronomy
- College of Arts and Letters — Humanities and social sciences
How to Apply
- Application: Cal State Apply
- Test Scores: Test-optional
- Acceptance Rate: ~34%
- In-State Tuition: ~$7,748
Key Deadlines
- Application Window: October 1–November 30