San Diego State University English Requirements
California, United States
San Diego State University (SDSU) is a public research university founded in 1897 and located in San Diego, California. It is part of the 23-campus California State University system and serves over 38,000 students. SDSU holds R1 Carnegie Classification and is known for its programs in business, engineering, public health, and international business.
Quick answer
San Diego State University accepts Duolingo English Test, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, and TOEFL iBT for international admission. Undergraduate applicants typically need TOEFL iBT 80.
Undergraduate requirements
The university-wide standard for first-year international applicants.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 | |
| IELTS Academic | Unknown | |
| PTE Academic | Unknown | |
| Cambridge English | Unknown |
Graduate requirements
The university-wide standard for graduate and postgraduate international applicants. Individual programs may require higher scores.
| Duolingo English Test | 105 | |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 | |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | 58 | |
| Cambridge English | Unknown |
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Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL iBT score do I need for San Diego State University?+
Undergraduate admission to San Diego State University requires TOEFL iBT 80 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
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Start practicing freeRequirements are read from San Diego State University's own admissions pages and refreshed regularly. Admission requirements change between cycles. Always confirm on the university's admissions page before applying.