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Is UCSD a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$200,742 Avg Total Cost

University of California - San Diego Value Report

Is an UCSD degree worth it? Only you know for sure, but College Factual's value analysis can help answer that question. Keep reading for more.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Top 5% National Quality
Expensive Price

University of California - San Diego is ranked #1,892 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe University of California - San Diego is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  1892 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  15.57 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

We're Looking at a Total Cost of $200,742 for an UCSD Degree

On average, a bachelor's degree from UCSD will cost you about $200,742. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $46,793 and a typical 4.29 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$46,793
Average Years to Graduate4.29
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$200,742

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about UCSD cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$74,444 In-State With Aid
$245,427 Avg Cost No Aid
4.29 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how UCSD value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$245,427#0F
All Students$200,742#1,892F
Only Students Receiving Aid$168,387#83A+
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$151,484#F
All Students$106,800#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$74,444#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of California.

About 60% of UCSD students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UCSD financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average UCSD cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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