University of California - San Diego

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9500 Gilman Dr
La Jolla, CA 92093
(858) 534-2230
Website: www.ucsd.edu
Location: Far West
Calendar: Quarter

Get a snapshot of University of California - San Diego with this general overview, including student enrollment and graduation rates, average test scores, student demographics, and more.

Mission Statement

Innovation is our tradition: Nestled along the Pacific Ocean on 1,200 acres of coastal woodland, UCSD is a powerful magnet for those seeking a fresh, next-generation approach to education and research. Since its founding over four decades ago, UCSD -- one of the ten campuses in the world-renowned University of California system -- has rapidly achieved the status as one of the top institutions in the nation for higher education and research. UCSD's interdisciplinary ethos and tradition of innovation and risk-taking underlie its research strength and ability to recruit top scholars and students.

School Characteristics

Student Population
24,663
Students
Public University
Public
Student Population
$6,851 per year


Length of Study: Four or more years
Religious Affiliation: None

Test Scores & GPA

Average GPA: 3.94
Average ACT: 26
Average SAT: 1260

School Profile

Total Enrollment: 24,663
Retention Rate: 93%
Graduation Rate: 83%

School Accreditation

National: Yes
Regional: Western Assoc. of Schools and Colleges, Comm. for Sr. Coll & Univ
Federal: Yes

Male / Female Enrollment

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Total Enrollment

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