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QS World Rank #1201-1400 · 2027

San Diego State University

San Diego State University pairs a sun-soaked Pacific coast campus with a 1.5-million-square-foot Innovation District, connecting students directly to 60,000+ industry partners from Qualcomm to Google.

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60,000+

Active Industry Relationships

1.5M sq ft

Innovation District

36,000+

Students Enrolled

Top ROI

Ranked Nationally

Why SDSU

Why Indian students choose SDSU

New Innovation District

A new 1.5-million-square-foot Innovation District was purpose-built for research, labs, and direct industry partnerships.

Massive Employer Network

60,000+ active industry relationships, with 10,000 new employer partnerships added in a single year via Career Services.

Strong Tech & Defense Pipeline

Graduates go on to Google, Amazon, Qualcomm, and the City of San Diego, reflecting a strong regional tech and defense employer pipeline.

Recognised Return on Investment

SDSU is ranked among the top colleges nationally for return on investment (ROI) on tuition spend.

Pacific Rim Location

San Diego offers direct proximity to biotech, defense, and Pacific Rim trade industries.

Notable Alumni

Alumni include Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy and NASA astronaut Ellen Ochoa.

Popular Programs

Top courses for Indian students

Most Popular

BS Computer Science

College of Sciences

4 years$22,552 /yr
Strong ROI

MBA

Fowler College of Business

2 years$20,332 /yr
Undergraduate

BA Hospitality & Tourism Management

L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality & Tourism Management

4 years$22,552 /yr
AI & Analytics Track

MS Computer Science

College of Sciences

1.5-2 years$20,332 /yr

Investment

Fees at a glance

Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.

ProgramAnnual FeeDuration
MBA$20,3322 years
MS Computer Science$20,3321.5-2 years
MPH (Public Health)$20,3322 years

Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.

Before You Apply

What you'll need

Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.

Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum GPA varies by program)

TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent English proficiency score

SAT/ACT for undergraduate, GRE/GMAT for select graduate programs

Statement of Purpose and letters of recommendation

Proof of funds (I-20 / financial affidavit) for your F-1 visa application

Funding Your Degree

Scholarships worth knowing about

Undergraduate

Presidential Scholars Program

Up to $40,000 over four years

Undergraduate

International First-Year Student Advantage Scholarship

Merit-based award

Graduate

Graduate Assistantships

Full tuition + stipend + health insurance

Ready to Begin?

Your seat at SDSUstarts with one conversation.

BNPS international has guided students to SDSUfor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.

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