La Jolla, CA · Santa Barbara, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| UC San Diego | UC Santa Barbara | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 24.5% | 27.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $15,265 | $14,965 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $46,042 | $45,742 |
| Average Net Price | $13,293 | $15,283 |
| Graduation Rate | 88.0% | 85.0% |
GradFax Analysis
UC San Diego accepts 24.5% of applicants. UC Santa Barbara accepts 27.8%. Tuition is close: $15,265 at UC San Diego, $14,965 at UC Santa Barbara. UC San Diego graduates 88% of students in 6 years. UC Santa Barbara graduates 85%.
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 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 $15,283/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
UC San Diego: 88% of students finish in 6 years. UC Santa Barbara 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.