San Diego, CA · Santa Barbara, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| San Diego State University | UC Santa Barbara | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 36.2% | 33.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $8,728 | $16,414 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $21,328 | $50,614 |
| Average Net Price | $14,704 | $17,658 |
| Graduation Rate | 76.0% | 83.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 41,137 | 26,133 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 27 | 17 |
GradFax Analysis
San Diego State University accepts 36.2% of applicants. UC Santa Barbara accepts 33.0%. San Diego State University's in-state tuition is $8,728. UC Santa Barbara's is $16,414. San Diego State University is cheaper. San Diego State University graduates 76% of students in 6 years. UC Santa Barbara graduates 83%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
UC Santa Barbara. It accepts 33.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
San Diego State University, on average. After aid, students pay $14,704/year versus $17,658/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
UC Santa Barbara: 83% of students finish in 6 years. San Diego State University is at 76%.
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.