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San Diego State University Rankings 2026

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#480 in World

#125 in USA

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  • Estd. 1897
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San Diego State University
San Diego State University Ranking

#125

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World rank by different ranking providers

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#480

ARWU Ranking

#501

US News Ranking

#822

THE Ranking

#1001

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#1001
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Q:   What rank is SDSU in the world?
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According to the QS World Rankings 2025, San Diego State University has been ranked at #1001 in the world. Some of the other world rankings of the university are given as follows:

Year QS World Rankings US News Global Universities Rankings 
20231001593
20241001708
200251001NA
Q:   Is San Jose State University more competitive than San Diego State University?
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San Jose State University acceptance rate stands at 79%, which makes it a moderately selective university to get into. In comparison with the San Diego State University acceptance rate of 39%, SJSU can be considered less selective in its admission criteria.

Nonetheless, getting into San Jose State Uni is competitive. Hence, students must excel in academics in order to boost their chances. Apart from this, students who are outstanding in activities outside class also stand a good chance of securing admission.

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SDSU Ranking by US News and World Report 2025

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Global Universities
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National University105109– / –
Aerospace Engineering PG5556– / –
Best Graduate Nursing Schools7850– / –
Biomedical Engineering PG105112– / –
Civil Engineering PG7779– / –
Computer Engineering PG11299– / –
Electrical Engineering PG102122– / –
Mechanical Engineering PG9691– / –
UG Business847764

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SDSU Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds 2026

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SDSU Ranking by Times Higher Education (THE) World University 2025

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6018011001
Arts and Humanities501601601
Clinical and Health401401401
Engineering
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Life Sciences501501501
PG Business and Economics
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Psychology301301301

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SDSU Ranking by ARWU (Shanghai) 2024

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San Diego State University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Vibe of Campus
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  • Multi-dimensional
  • Fun loving
  • Academically oriented
Student Views
  • 33% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.8
Part time work4.7
Post study jobs4.3
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life4.8
Value for money4.8
Public transportation4.3
Safety4.3
Indian Food4.2
Permanent Immigration3.5
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MS in Big Data Analytics - Batch of 2024
4.2
School of fun & opportunities
Tips: There are so many hidden opportunities like scholarships, job opportunities, fun gigs. Be open to opportunities and don't hesitate to speak to anyone. You don't know where you find the gold. Do not just sit in the heads of Indian students. Make at least two or three American friends and learn about their work styles and methods.
Likes (Part time work): SDSU has a lot of options for part time jobs. You just have to be proactive. There are ample opportunities in student dorms, dining, TA & RA, and Lab Assistant opportunities. Also, there are many clubs and cultural centres that hire Undergraduate and Graduate Student Assistants. So make sure you follow their Instagram pages for lot many opportunities.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent settlement in US is very difficult if you follow the track of doing Masters and then availing work permit. It depends on factors if your employer sponsors the position then if your H1B is picked. USCIS has been very strict in recent years considering the immigration norms. US is any time place with lots of money and opportunities. However India is still growing at a rapid pace. So if you are earning more than 20LPA in India with an experience of less than 3 years. I would suggest considering growth opportunities in India!
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MS Information Systems - Batch of 2024
4.6
The University in America's Finest City: San Diego State University
Tips: There is a cultural shift as there is a very diverse student population and campus culture. University has welcoming faculty and staff are always ready to help you. SDSU is known for academic excellence, diverse student body and vibrant college life, you can get engaged in research activities on campus. I am satisfied with the course structure and curriculum as it aligns with my area of interest. San Diego is popular for its climate, beaches and attraction.
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MS/MA in Geography - Batch of 2026
3.9
Lovely place to study.
Tips: The best thing about this university is how accepting and welcoming the environment is and students often go out of their way to make you feel included. Another plus point has been the faculty and the fact that they are happy to help out whenever needed. Explore the campus when you get here as the architecture is beautiful and you will get an idea about where your classes are located.
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2023
4.1
Research well before joining.
Tips: I would say that as a student one should research on the coursework and the department. Thesis requirements, number of credits, course fees and living expenses. The taxes after getting a job are quite high compared to other states in California. All these said San Diego is a beautiful city and I don't intend to leave this city anytime soon.
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MS in Medical Physics - Batch of 2024
4.3
University where you could have fun while studying.
Tips: It is like every other American university. The fees here are less compared to other universities. It is very tough to get scholarships for your fees, but there are a ton of part-time opportunities at the university. Additionally, the weather here is beautiful so you do not have to worry about snow and harsh weather conditions. Plus, the university graduate association is very active, they will take you out for free to some tourist attractions in San Diego like the beach, zoo, sea world, etc.
Likes (Part time work): There are a lot of part time options here in the university. You can work as a TA, RA with your professors in your department. Apart from that, you could also work on campus with many restaurants and cafeterias. Also, the university has a stadium where all kinds of events happen and many students are employed there as well.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It seems like a very long process, with first on F1 visa as a student, then OPT, then H1B and then PR. From what I have heard from the seniors, they have been in the US for like eight to ten years and they are still on some kind of work visa. But, life here is pretty good in San Diego.
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Vaibhav Joshi Verified Icon
MS Information Systems - Batch of 2024
5
Wonderfull Life at San Diego State University
Tips: Everyone should research properly for the course curriculum of this university and find out proper accommodations off campus. This university provides each and every information that is required by students, so that they can figure out the best course for themselves.
Likes (Public transportation): SDSU is famous for weekend parties. Everyone enjoys studying, working and parting on campus. The campus has movie night on every Mondays, where we can connect with other fellow students and learn from their experiences. The students here are polite enough to guide other students.
Dislikes (Internships): Faculties help every student to understand each and every concept. San Diego State University has a variety of professors that teaches even after provided class time. They help us in every possible way, be it with assignments, coding lectures and even self doubt classes for upcoming exams.
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The Washington State University and San Diego State University are some of the best universities for pursuing higher education in the USA. WSU was established in 1890 and is located in Pullman, Washington, USA. Whereas, San Diego State University was established in 1897 and is located in San Diego,

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With an MBA placement rate of 92%, SDSU offers good future prospects. The top recruiting companies for undergraduates include Nestle USA, PepsiCo, Solar Turbines, Toyota Financial Services, Deloitte, Microsoft, Facebook, US Bank, United Technologies Corp., West Pac Wealth Partners, Whova, etc. 

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Yes, pursuing MBA from SDSU yields high returns as the tuition cost for MBA from San Diego State University is around INR 19L and the university's MBA placement rate is 92%, with an average base salary of INR 79L. The university's top recruiting companies for MBA graduates include Hitachi Data Syst

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The San Diego State University acceptance rate stands as 35.9%, meaning that out of every 100 students who apply to SDSU admissions, the university is likely to offer the opportunity to enroll to around 35-36 students. This makes the admission criteria of SDSU rather selective as less than half the

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San Diego State University received over 90,500 applications from students for the admission cycle of 2024-25. Whereas the number of students admitted crossed 32,500, and the students enrolled crossed 6,600. This suggests that the San Diego State University acceptance rate stands at 35.97%.

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