Founded in 1897, San Diego State University has grown from a small teachers' college into a national research university of 36,000 students enrolled in bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. Today, with nearly 240,000 local alumni and 6,000 employees, SDSU is one of the top economic generators in the San Diego region.
- #501 Ranking
- 96 Bachelors
- 1,111 Academic Staff
- 31,221 Students
- 2,498 Students (int'l)
- 17,484 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (42)
- B.Sc. Accountancy
- B.A. Africana Studies
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- Bachelor Brazilian Studies
- B.Sc. Child Development
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. English
- B.A. European Studies
- B.Sc./B.B.A. Finance
- B.A. French
- B.A. Geography
- B.A. German
- B.A. History
- B.A. Humanities
- B.A. Jewish Studies
- B.A. Linguistics
- B.Sc. Management
- B.Sc. Marketing
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Real Estate
- B.A. Russian
- Bachelor Sculpture
- B.A. Social Science
- B.A. Social Work
- B.A. Sociology
- B.A. Spanish
- B.A. Urban Studies
- B.A. Women's Studies
Humanities (39)
- B.A. Africana Studies
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- Bachelor Brazilian Studies
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. Dance
- B.A./B.F.A. Dance
- B.A. English
- B.A. European Studies
- B.A. French
- B.A. German
- B.A. History
- B.A. Humanities
- B.A. Jewish Studies
- B.A. Liberal Studies
- B.A. Linguistics
- B.A. Music
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Russian
- B.A. Social Science
- B.A. Social Work
- B.A. Sociology
- B.A. Spanish
- B.A. Theatre Arts
- B.A. Urban Studies
- B.A. Women's Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (17)
- B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- B.Sc. Astronomy
- B.Sc. Biology
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Construction Engineering
- B.Sc./B.B.A. Financial Services
- B.Sc. Foods and Nutrition
- B.A./B.Sc. Geological Sciences
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.A./B.Sc. Physics
- B.A. Psychology
- B.Sc. Statistics
Business & Management (16)
- B.Sc. Accountancy
- B.Sc. Business Administration
- B.A. Communication
- B.Sc. Construction Management
- B.A. Economics
- B.Sc./B.B.A. Finance
- B.Sc./B.B.A. Financial Services
- B.Sc. General Business
- B.Sc. Management
- B.Sc. Marketing
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.A. Real Estate
- B.Sc. Statistics
Engineering & Technology (13)
- B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Construction Engineering
- B.Sc. Construction Management
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Environmental Sciences
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.A. Sustainability
Arts, Design & Architecture (12)
- Bachelor Applied Design
- Bachelor Art History
- B.A./B.F.A. Dance
- B.A. Dance
- Bachelor Graphic Design
- Bachelor Interior Architecture
- B.A. Music
- Bachelor Painting and Printmaking
- Bachelor Sculpture
- B.A. Theatre Arts
- B.A. Urban Studies
Medicine & Health (8)
- B.Sc. Child Development
- B.Sc. Foods and Nutrition
- B.A. Gerontology
- B.Sc. Health Communication
- B.Sc. Kinesiology
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.A. Psychology
- B.Sc. Public Health
Computer Science & IT (7)
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.A. Geography
- B.Sc. Information Systems
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (6)
- B.Sc. Environmental Sciences
- B.A. Geography
- B.A./B.Sc. Geological Sciences
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Sustainability
Applied Sciences & Professions (5)
- B.Sc. Foods and Nutrition
- B.A. Real Estate
- B.A. Social Science
- B.A. Social Work
- B.A. Sociology
Law (5)
- B.Sc. Business Administration
- Bachelor Criminal Justice
- B.Sc. General Business
Journalism & Media (3)
- Bachelor Multimedia
Education & Training (2)
- B.Sc. Child Development
- B.A. Liberal Studies
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
About
History
Since its founding in 1897, the university has grown to become a leading public research university. Each year, SDSU provides more than 36,000 students with the opportunity to participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an international emphasis that prepares them for a global future.
Education
Now in its 121st year, San Diego State University can take pride in more than a century of achievement in education, research and service. SDSU ranks in the top 10 for students studying abroad and for ethnic and diversity; Forbes, Fortune and U.S. News & World Report rank it top 25 for entrepreneurship; and the university has produced 88 Fulbright student scholars since 2005.
Research
We are one of top 60 public research universities in the nation. Research at SDSU engages our students in education and provides discoveries, interventions and solutions that better the world. Our researchers are educators, scholars, humanitarians, scientists, engineers, health poviders, creatives and students.
Career
The Office of Advising and Evaluations is a critical component in a collaborative network of campus resources. Our highly skilled and experienced advisers provide academic advising in General Education and Graduation requirements as well as clarify University academic policy and procedure. We implement the Student Success goals outlined in the University's Strategic Plan by advising our diverse undergraduate population. We educate and empower students to become self-advocates for their educational and professional goals.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
501
2021
501 -100
2020
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
593 17
2022
610 4
2021
614
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
601
2022
601
2021
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
1001
2022
1001 -200
2021
801
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
SDSU consists of eight academic colleges, each of which has its own governing student body, the College Council. The Graduate Student Association (GSA) plans and coordinates programming relevant to the graduate student experience at the university.
Housing services
All students, with and without disabilities, come to the university with their own set of experiences and learning styles. For this reason, it is important to consider student access to instructional material presented in the classroom and electronically.
Library services
The Library and Information Access has both open study rooms that can be used on a first-come, first-use basis, and rooms that can be reserved for 3 or more students. Study room use is available to SDSU students, faculty and staff only.
Medical services
Student Health Services (SHS) is staffed by fully licensed and certified health professionals who are dedicated to the college community. No-cost or low-cost medical services include outpatient evaluation and treatment of common medical problems, preventive care, health counseling, immunizations and psychiatric treatment.
Student Life
Campus life
Whether you’re new to campus or an Aztec for Life, you’ll find SDSU offers something for everyone, from Aztec Nights festivities to a variety of student organizations and other involvement and leadership opportunities.
Sports facilities
When you're not busy studying in the library, or working on your career, you can take in an Aztec sporting event with any one of our Division 1A men's and women's teams.
Student clubs
Take a moment to learn about our campus traditions throughout the year, including Homecoming Week in the fall and GreenFest in the spring.
Accreditation
Established in 1943, San Diego State University Research Foundation (SDSURF) is a non-profit auxiliary corporation authorized by California's Education Code to support San Diego State University. Our mission is to support and further the vision and research objectives of San Diego State University and to help faculty and staff find, attract and administer their research and sponsored programs.
Student Reviews
SDSU opened the door into an interesting and exciting future for me
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
SDSU offers a great selection of courses relevant to my degree (BA in Religious Studies). The Department’s professors are very supportive, and many have international backgrounds. During the lockdowns in 2020 all classes were offered by SDSU online and I was able to proceed towards my degree without interruption, including taking extra courses during the summer semester,...
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Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good professors and couses
This is a chance for me to reach my goals and to reach the stars
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
As for a foreigner student, it was a great chance and opportunity to study at Americans university and to get Americans dipole. the experience and knowledge received are priceless and I am sure with my unstoppable desire I will succeed
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