First-Year
Student
A first-year applicant is currently in high school or has graduated from high school but has not enrolled in a regular (non-summer) session at a college or university. If you've completed college courses during high school (through summer after graduation), you're still considered a first-year applicant.
Student profile
We’re looking for fearless innovators. Bold risk-takers. Those with a compulsive urge to take things apart, discover what makes them tick and put them back together in surprising new ways. People who are eager to swap ideas, share experiences and explore the world with a fresh perspective. If that sounds like you, start building your future at UC San Diego.
Average GPA
4.13
Average SAT
1970*
Average ACT
31.7
* UC San Diego still accepts scores from SAT taken prior to 2016 which was based on 2400 total points; therefore we convert scores in order for all scores to be compatible.
Application Information
Requirements
As a first-year applicant, you must earn a high school diploma (or equivalent) and satisfy these requirements.
Timeline
Learn about the important dates that you'll encounter throughout the first-year application process.
Review
Our goal is to identify and admit students who are fully prepared to excel in our challenging academic environment.
International Students
International applicants must meet the same first-year requirements for admission as any other first-year applicant in addition to the international requirements.
Planning Ahead
It’s never too early to start planning for a successful future! Start preparing with a year-by-year roadmap to help you ensure you’re on the right path for university.
