College Scorecard data · Updated August 17, 2026
| Tuition | Difference | |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University (in-state) | $8,728 | — |
| CA average | $16,639 | -48% |
| National average | $18,082 | -52% |
In-state tuition at San Diego State University is $8,728 per year; out-of-state students pay $21,328.
San Diego State University in-state tuition is 48% below the CA average of $16,639.
National average in-state tuition is $18,082; San Diego State University is 52% below that.
$8,728 is the official in-state tuition published by College Scorecard for the most recent cohort year.