University of California, San Diego

It is very difficult to get into University of California, San Diego. The university admitted 24% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 131,254 applications received in 2023, 31,274 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of California, San Diego, the regular decision application deadline is November 30 and the fee for the application costs $70.

Students who submit their applications to University of California, San Diego for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than March 31.

University of California, San Diego Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of California, San Diego's admissions stats.

University of California, San Diego 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	4.0
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

University of California, San Diego Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of California, San Diego.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	11 30	March 31

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Considering Applying Early to University of California, San Diego?

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University of California, San Diego does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of California, San Diego Admissions

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For applicants who are not residents of California, getting into University of California, San Diego is extremely difficult.

Transferring to University of California, San Diego

Transfer student admissions is very difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of California, San Diego

University of California, San Diego has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of California, San Diego Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of California, San Diego

What does University of California, San Diego consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
State Residency	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of California, San Diego for more information on admission factors.

University of California, San Diego 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of California, San Diego, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of California, San Diego's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.0	3.4	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of California, San Diego?

Students admitted to University of California, San Diego have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0. University of California, San Diego considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students. and 100% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of California, San Diego, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	86.4%
3.75 and 3.99	11.4%
3.50 and 3.74	2%
3.25 and 3.49	0.2%
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of California, San Diego directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of California, San Diego does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of California, San Diego

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to University of California, San Diego.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is November 30. Applicants should hear back by April 28.

Transfer students can enroll in University of California, San Diego during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of California, San Diego Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of California, San Diego?

❌ Students who are admitted to University of California, San Diego must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does University of California, San Diego accept transfer credits?

✅ University of California, San Diego accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does University of California, San Diego accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of California, San Diego accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of California, San Diego?

✅ University of California, San Diego is not test optional.

What is University of California, San Diego's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of California, San Diego is 24%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of California, San Diego?

❌ University of California, San Diego does not offer early decision.

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