Race & Ethnicity
University of California-San Diego has a diverse student body with 67% students of color and 11% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of California-San Diego offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of California-San Diego has a gender distribution of 52% female students and 48% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
38% of total enrollment
41% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of California-San Diego serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 80% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 4% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
80%
Traditional Age (18-21)
4%
Non-Traditional (25+)
21%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of California-San Diego attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 11% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 81% in-state residents, 8% out-of-state students, and 11% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
81% of student body
8% of student body
11% of student body
States Represented
43 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
67%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
52%
Female Students
Global Reach
11%
International
Age Diversity
4%
Non-Traditional Age