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About State
San Diego State University (State) — public non-profit university. It is located in San Diego, United States. As a member of California State University System, American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU), Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiat, State is actively working on developing the academic environment.
The institution is among the top-1090 in the world, according to QS International University Ranking. State is one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in the USA. Thousands of students dream of studying here. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-770.
State offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
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Life Sciences & Medicine | 515 |

State tuition fees
The academic calendar at State is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at State for local citizens starts from 8,128 USD per year. For international students, the cost of study differs — from 9,567 USD. With the help of scholarships and financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
Additional costs
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
Study programs at State
Applied Sciences & Professions
Foods and Nutrition
Real Estate
Social Science
Social Work
Law
Business Administration
Comparative International Studies
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice (online)
General Business
Education & Training
Child Development
Liberal Studies
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
B.A. in Sustainability
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Geography
Political Science
Computer Science & IT
B.S. Degree in Information Systems
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Geography
Information Systems
Economics & Business Management
Accountancy
B.A. Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences - Public Relations
B.A. Degree in Social Work - Community Corrections Case Management Specialization
B.A. in Economics
B.S. Degree in Management
Medicine
Astronomy
B.A. Degree in Microbiology
B.S. Degree in Biology
B.S. Degree in Microbiology
B.S. Degree in Nursing
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Africana Studies
American Indian Studies
Asian Studies
Chicana and Chicano Studies
Classics
History, Philosophy & Theology
American Indian Studies
Anthropology
Chicana and Chicano Studies
History
Music
Physical Sciences
Aerospace Engineering
Astronomy
B.S. Degree in Applied Arts and Sciences - Astronomy
B.S. Degree in Physics
Civil Engineering
Humanities
Africana Studies
American Indian Studies
Asian Studies
B.A. Degree in European Studies
B.A. Degree in Linguistics
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Aerospace Engineering
B.A. Degree in Geological Sciences
B.A. Degree in Mathematics
B.S. Degree in Applied Mathematics
B.S. Degree in Chemistry
Engineering & Technology
Aerospace Engineering
B.S. Degree in Aerospace Engineering
B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
B.S. Degree in Construction Engineering
B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Accounting & Finance
Accountancy
Economics
Finance
Financial Services
Real Estate
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Recreation and Tourism Management
Arts & Humanities
Applied Design
B.A. Degree in Art
B.A. Degree in Japanese
B.A. Degree in Philosophy
B.A. Degree in Russian
Journalism & Media
Journalism and Media Studies
Multimedia
Television, Film and New Media
Social Sciences & Management
Accountancy
Africana Studies
American Indian Studies
Anthropology
Asian Studies
Other
B.A. Degree in Applied Arts and Sciences
B.A. Degree in Biology
B.A. Degree in Chemistry
B.A. Degree in International Business
B.A. Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences - Media Studies
Education & Training
Child and Family Development
Education Leadership (PreK-12)
Learning Design and Technology
Master of Arts degree in Education with a Concentration in Educational Leadership and a Specialization in PreK-12
Master of Arts in Reading Education
Applied Sciences & Professions
Child and Family Development
Nutritional Sciences
Social Work
Social Work and Juris Doctor
Social Work and Public Health
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Athletic Training
Exercise Physiology
Sports
Computer Science & IT
Big Data Analytics
Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics
Computational Science
Computer Science
Cybersecurity Management
Economics & Business Management
Accountancy
Applied Mathematics
Business Administration
Business Administration and Latin American Studies
Communication
Medicine
Athletic Training
Bioengineering
Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics
Biostatistics
Cell and Molecular Biology
History, Philosophy & Theology
Anthropology
Conducting
Ethnomusicology
History
Musical Theatre
Journalism & Media
Mass Communication
Public Administration
Physical Sciences
Aerospace Engineering
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy
Ecology
Geography
Humanities
Anthropology
Big Data Analytics
Business Administration and Latin American Studies
Conducting
Creative Writing
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Aerospace Engineering
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy
Bioengineering
Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics
Engineering & Technology
Aerospace Engineering
Astronomy
Bioengineering
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Accounting & Finance
Accountancy
Economics
Financial and Tax Planning
Law
Criminal Justice and Criminology
Social Work and Juris Doctor
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Anthropology
Big Data Analytics
Business Administration and Latin American Studies
Creative Writing
English
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Ecology
Geography
Geological Sciences
Political Science
Arts & Humanities
Art
Conducting
Creative Writing
Design and Technology
Ethnomusicology
Agriculture & Forestry
Nutritional Sciences
Social Sciences & Management
Accountancy
Anthropology
Business Administration and Latin American Studies
Child and Family Development
Communication
Other
Master of Arts Degree in Political Science
Master of Arts degree in Sociology
Master of Arts in Chemistry
Master of Arts in Rhetoric and Writing Studies
Master of Arts in Teaching Service Specialization in Mathematics for Secondary Teaching
Physical Sciences
PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Computational Science
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
Agriculture & Forestry
Joint PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Ecology
Social Sciences & Management
Joint PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology
Joint PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Language and Communicative Disorders
PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Geography
Medicine
Joint PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Biology
Joint PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Evolutionary Biology
Education & Training
Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership with Specialization in Community College Leadership
Other
Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership with Specialization in PreK-12 Leadership
Joint Doctoral Program (AuD) in Audiology
Joint PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Education
PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Science
PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics and Science Education

Bachelor degree at State
When enrolling in a bachelor's program, an educational institution considers only candidates with good academic performance. GPA scores must be at least 3. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 80. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the ACT or SAT results. At State,you can also get a bachelor's degree remotely.
Master's degree at State
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 80 or higher. There is an opportunity to study at State via online master's programs.
State campus
The city campus of State provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. San Diego has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. State regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.

What to do after graduation
To stay in the country for another year after graduation, you need to renew your student visa or apply for a job seeker visa. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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