San Diego State University is the city's oldest higher education institution, having risen to become a premier public research university since its foundation in 1897. The vibrant metropolitan core, coastline and mountain access, magnificent weather, blue skies, and sandy beaches of San Diego provide students with a one-of-a-kind collegiate experience. Every year, SDSU welcomes over 36,000 students to take part in an academic programme that emphasises direct contact with instructors and an international focus that prepares them for a global future. The institution is dedicated to providing educational opportunities that promote intellectual growth and prepare students for success in a global community. There are 96 bachelor's, 80 master's, and 21 doctoral degree programmes available at the university. SDSU also has over 350 international education programmes in over 50 countries.
San Diego State University, now in its 123rd year, can look back on more than a century of accomplishments in education, research, and service. SDSU is ranked in the top ten for international students and ethnic diversity. Since 2005, the university has produced over 90 Fulbright student scholars. San Diego State University's reputation as a leader in higher education continues to grow. In U.S. News & World Report's annual ranking of America's Best Colleges, it is ranked No. 68 among public colleges and No. 147 overall. On the 2019 U.S. News list of most innovative colleges, SDSU is ranked No. 45 in the country.
The institution is known for its academic brilliance and offers highly ranked graduate programmes in business, engineering, public health, clinical psychology, visual arts, biological sciences, public affairs, education, and speech-language pathology and audiology, among other fields. The physical expansions to SDSU's San Diego campus and its continuous commitment to providing a state-of-the-art learning environment for students, teachers, and staff are perhaps the most apparent indication of the university's growth. Academic buildings and complexes, the library, labs, and housing halls have all been reinvented and renovated at the university. A new Engineering and Multidisciplinary Sciences Complex comprises instructional sections and has enough space for interdisciplinary teams and SDSU's entrepreneurship centres to collaborate and work in labs.
San Diego State University Rankings
- #501-600 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2022
- #1001-1200 World University Ranking - QS 2023
- #601-800 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2023
- #151 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2023
- #593 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2023
San Diego State University Tuition Fees
| Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (3 Courses) | 22 Month - 2 Year | USD 20510 - USD 37036 |
| Engineering (4 Courses) | 1.5 Year - 4 Year | USD 13062 - USD 17748 |
| Science (6 Courses) | 2 Year - 4 Year | USD 10380 - USD 17898 |
| Arts (3 Courses) | 1.5 Year - 2 Year | USD 13062 - USD 15666 |
| Information Technology (IT) (1 Courses) | 2 year | USD 20510 |
San Diego State University Entry Requirements
| Courses | Exam |
|---|---|
| Arts | GRE , IELTS , TOEFL |
| Engineering | GRE , TOEFL , IELTS , SAT |
| Information Technology (IT) | GRE , IELTS , TOEFL , GMAT |
| MBA | GMAT , GRE , IELTS , TOEFL |
| Science | GRE , IELTS , TOEFL , SAT |
Admission Standards-Difficult
| SAT | 1110/1320 |
| ACT | 22/29 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted-34.1%
| Applications Due | Nov 30, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $70 |
SDSU International Student Admission
San Diego State University accepts applications from overseas students in three categories: Freshman, Transfer, and Graduate. For the Fall Semester, the university's portal for international applicants starts on October 1 and closes on April 1. International students are not permitted to apply for spring admission. Over 3000 international students from over 115 countries are now enrolled at SDSU.
Application Portal – University’s official website
Application Fee - 70 USD
Academic Requirements-
- The ability to communicate in English is a crucial deciding element in SDSU admissions. As a result, international students must take any of the English proficiency exams. 3.0 GPA or above in SDSU's English Language course.
- Use code 4682 (SAT) or 0398 (ACT) to submit SAT or ACT scores on the SDSU site (ACT).
- Prior to SDSU, a 2.0 or higher GPA is preferred.
- A Baccalaureate degree from an approved institution or an equivalent educational programme determined by a graduate dean is required.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is a must.
- Good academic performance in every university, he/she had been a part of.
- Have attained good scores in exams such as GRE or GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS/PTE.
San Diego State University English Language Proficiency
| Test | Minimum Eligibility |
|---|---|
| TOEFL (IBT) | 80 |
| IELTS | 6.5 bands |
| PTE | 58 |
