San Luis Obispo, CA · La Jolla, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | UC San Diego | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 29.8% | 24.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $11,075 | $15,265 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $30,995 | $46,042 |
| Average Net Price | $16,888 | $13,293 |
| Graduation Rate | 85.0% | 88.0% |
GradFax Analysis
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo accepts 29.8% of applicants. UC San Diego accepts 24.5%. California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo's in-state tuition is $11,075. UC San Diego's is $15,265. California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is cheaper. California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo graduates 85% of students in 6 years. UC San Diego graduates 88%.
Bottom Line
After aid, the average student pays $16,888/year at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo and $13,293/year at UC San Diego. UC San Diego is cheaper for most people.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
UC San Diego. It accepts 24.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
UC San Diego, on average. After aid, students pay $13,293/year versus $16,888/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
UC San Diego: 88% of students finish in 6 years. California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is at 85%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.