In average, 59% of full-time first-time beginning undergraduate students (freshmen) have received grants and/or scholarships at two rivalry schools. The average financial aid amount received is $9,706.
For all undergraduate students, 66.00% received grants/scholarship and the average aid amount is $8,481
The average tuition & fees for the schools is $7,649 for state residents and $19,529 for out-of-state students.
The average cost of attendance (COA) including tuition & fees, book & supplies, and living costs for San Diego State University vs California State University Long Beach is $43,124 and, after receiving financial aid, the actual cost is down to $33,418.
| School Name | Tuition & Fees | Beginning Undergraduate Students (Freshmen) | All Undergraduate Students | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percent Receiving Aid | Average Amounts | Percent Receiving Aid | Average Amounts | ||
| California State University-Long BeachLong Beach, CA | $18,888 ($7,008) | 75.00% | $9,478 | 71.00% | $8,847 |
| San Diego State UniversitySan Diego, CA | $20,170 ($8,290) | 43.00% | $9,934 | 61.00% | $8,114 |
| Average | $19,529 ($7,649) | 59% | $9,706 | 66% | $8,481 |