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University of California-DavisDavis, CA
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo, CA
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Rankings*
#1 in Federal Region IX Universities
Public, four-years
Research University (very high research activity)
School TypePublic, four-years
Master's College and University (larger programs)
Offered Degrees
Bachelor's
Post-BS Certificate
Master's
Post-MS Certificate
Doctorate (Research)
Doctorate (Professional Practice)
Offered DegreeBachelor's
Post-BS Certificate
Master's
2024 Tuition & Fees
expensive$15,247 California Residents
$46,024 Out-of-State
Undergraduate Tuitioncheaper$11,075 California Residents
$30,995 Out-of-State
expensive$14,560 California Residents
$29,662 Out-of-State
Graduate Tuitioncheaper$12,509 California Residents
$22,013 Out-of-State
More$20,054Average Financial Aid AmountLess$7,853
Admission
Easier37.34%Acceptance RateTighter30.43%
Lower18.09%Yield
(Enrollment Rate)
Favorable28.57%
High School GPA
High School Record
Completion of College Preparatory Program
English Proficiency Test
Work experience
Personal statement or essay
Application Requirements
(Required or Considered)
High School GPA
High School Record
Completion of College Preparatory Program
English Proficiency Test
Work experience
Dual Credits
Advanced placement (AP) Credits
Accepted CreditsDual Credits
Advanced placement (AP) Credits
Credits for Life Experiences
Credit for Military Training
Enrollment
Larger39,679Total EnrollmentSmaller22,000
Larger31,532Undergraduate Student PopulationSmaller21,026
Larger8,147Graduate Student PopulationSmaller974
Larger353Online Student PopulationSmaller151
Completion & Outcomes
Higher86%Graduate RateLower85%
-Transfer-out Rate1%
Lower92%Retention RateHigher94%
Special Learning Opportunity
ROTC
Study Abroad
Teacher Certificate
Special learning OpportunityROTC
Study Abroad
Teacher Certificate
✔ (Dormitory Capacity: 11,290)Campus Housing✔ (Dormitory Capacity: 8,702)
Board/Meal Plan✔ (Typical Annual Charge: $6,770)
Faculties
More Students per Faculty21 to 1Student to Faculty RatioLess Students per Faculty20 to 1
3,126Number of faculties1,264
Higher$151,148Average Faculty SalaryLower$103,248
*Ranking data is from College Evaluator.