UCSD Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 26.71%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $15,788
- Out-of-State Tuition: $47,676
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at UCSD:
- Total Enrollment: 44,256, including 236 online students
- 34,955 Undergraduate, 9,301 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 47.4% men, 52.6% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 86%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 4%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 94%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 270 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 161 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UCSD Overview
University of California-San Diego (UCSD) is a four-year, public school located in La Jolla, CA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UCSD's tuition & fees is $15,788 for California residents and $47,676 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 59% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $23,806.
The school has a total enrollment of 44,256 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
UCSD's acceptance rate is 26.71% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.41%.
UCSD ranked 87th in National Universities and 19th in California Colleges rankings. University of California-San Diego is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of California-San Diego is $15,788 for in-state students and $47,676 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $15,097 for in-state students and $30,199 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $16,329 for California residents and $49,368 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,681 for California residents and $30,772 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,788 | $47,676 |
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| Graduate | $15,097 | $30,199 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $16,329 | $49,368 |
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| Graduate | $15,681 | $30,772 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of California-San Diego offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at UCSD
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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