Santa Clara, CA · San Diego, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Santa Clara University | University of San Diego | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 43.8% | 46.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $59,241 | $56,444 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $59,241 | $56,444 |
| Average Net Price | $30,094 | $20,468 |
| Graduation Rate | 88.0% | 82.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Santa Clara University accepts 43.8% of applicants. University of San Diego accepts 46.7%. Santa Clara University's tuition is $59,241. University of San Diego's is $56,444. University of San Diego is cheaper. Santa Clara University graduates 88% of students in 6 years. University of San Diego graduates 82%.
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
Santa Clara University. It accepts 43.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of San Diego has lower published tuition: $56,444 versus $59,241. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Santa Clara University: 88% of students finish in 6 years. University of San Diego is at 82%.
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.