La Jolla, CA · Los Angeles, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| UC San Diego | USC | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 24.5% | 10.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $15,265 | $68,237 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $46,042 | $68,237 |
| Average Net Price | $13,293 | $23,317 |
| Graduation Rate | 88.0% | 92.0% |
GradFax Analysis
UC San Diego accepts 24.5% of applicants. USC accepts 10.0%. UC San Diego's in-state tuition is $15,265. USC's is $68,237. That's a $52,972 difference per year. UC San Diego graduates 88% of students in 6 years. USC graduates 92%.
Bottom Line
UC San Diego is public; USC is private. If you're an in-state student, UC San Diego will cost significantly less. Check the net price numbers above before deciding.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
USC. It accepts 10.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
UC San Diego has lower published tuition: $15,265 versus $68,237. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
USC: 92% of students finish in 6 years. UC San Diego is at 88%.
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.