Race & Ethnicity
San Diego State University has a diverse student body with 62% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
San Diego State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
San Diego State University has a gender distribution of 57% female students and 43% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
37% of total enrollment
49% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
San Diego State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 68% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 12% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
68%
Traditional Age (18-21)
12%
Non-Traditional (25+)
14%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
San Diego State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 77% in-state residents, 21% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
77% of student body
21% of student body
2% of student body
States Represented
46 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
62%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
57%
Female Students
Global Reach
2%
International
Age Diversity
12%
Non-Traditional Age