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College Info
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Official website
ucsd.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
UCSD/SDSU
The University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and San Diego State University (SDSU) are two prominent higher education institutions in San Diego, California. UCSD is a public research university known for its strong emphasis on interdisciplinary studies, cutting-edge research, and a vibrant student life. SDSU, also a public university, offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a focus on providing accessible and high-quality education to students from various backgrounds.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
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Live portal snapshot
QS World #150 · 2025US News #180 · 2025Times Higher Education #200 · 2025NIRF #5 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
10/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$47,867 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
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Student Life
40,000 students (10,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteriaMuseum of ArtRevelle CollegeWarren College
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.8, p25=3.8, p75=3.8 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school