San Diego State Imperial Valley is in a town not far from a more urbanized area, in Calexico, CA. The school is classified as a public college. Students at San Diego State Imperial Valley earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include mathematics, family and social work, therapy and counseling, security and law enforcement, and liberal arts.
San Diego State Imperial Valley does not admit all applicants. Of people who applied to the school in 2007-2008, 44% were accepted. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 390 to 510 for students at San Diego State Imperial Valley. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 380 and 480.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 885 students (496 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at San Diego State Imperial Valley are minorities.
Many students at the school are part-timers.
Degree seekers find San Diego State Imperial Valley to be more affordable than many of its peers.
More complete details are provided below.
San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus
720 Heber Ave
Calexico, CA 92231
General Phone: (760) 768-5500
http://www.ivcampus.sdsu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 80 | liberal arts and sciences, social services, English, Spanish language, history |
| Therapy and Counseling | 49 | psychology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 31 | criminal justice and safety |
| Family and Social Work | 26 | public administration |
| Business and Management | 15 | international business, business management |
| Education and Teaching | 14 | education |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for San Diego State Imperial Valley in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 192 | 11 |
| Master's degree | 26 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, San Diego State Imperial Valley had a total enrollment of 885 students (496 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 80% |
| Part-Time | 20% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 75% |
| Graduate | 25% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 7% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 84% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 30% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 58 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Calexico, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 46,676 | 20,586 | 44% | 5,559 | 27% |
| Men | 19,568 | 8,126 | 42% | 2,218 | 27% |
| Women | 27,108 | 12,460 | 46% | 3,341 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 380 | 480 |
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 19 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 90% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 38% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,182 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,352 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,566 |
Financial Aid:
San Diego State Imperial Valley participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 115101)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Social Sciences, General
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets San Diego State Imperial Valley Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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