University of California-San Diego vs San Diego State University

San Diego State University is about 58% cheaper in tuition. San Diego State University is easier to get into (36% vs 27%).

 

University of California-San DiegoSan Diego State University

Location

La Jolla, CA

San Diego, CA

Tuition / yr

$50,958

$21,328

Admission rate

27%

36%

Top program earnings

$148,262

$140,159

Students

34,948

35,377

Programs

200

226

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