Content Curator
University of Washington is a renowned public research institute in USA and one of the top 100 universities in the world. University of California- San Diego is the 7th oldest of the University of California's 10 campuses and at #53 according to QS Global Rankings, 2023
| University of Washington | University of California | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 7.2 Out of 10 | 7.3 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 76 QS World University 2025 # 25 Times Higher Education 2024 # 40 US News 2024 | # 72 QS World University 2025 # 28 US News 2024 # 34 Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Subject Strength | # 25 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 12 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2024 # 13 for Medicine by US News 2024 | # 12 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 31 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2024 # 17 for Medicine by QS World University 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -77 PG Programs -59 Doctorate Programs -2 | UG Programs -22 PG Programs -34 Doctorate Programs -5 |
| Acceptance Rate | 45.4 % | 34.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-560 IELTS-6 SAT-1190 TOEFL-76 | GMAT-510 GRE-213 IELTS-7 PTE-65 SAT-1210 TOEFL-64 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 35166 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 31473 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 26913 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 29754 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 32487 [For PG Program] |
| placement (average package) | Employability Ranking- #60 (QS); 93% engineering graduates placed within first placement cycle; Average salary- 78,172 USD; Top recruiters: The Boeing Company, University of Washington, Amazon.com Inc., Microsoft Corp, Expedia Inc.; Highest paying degrees: Doctorate (118,000 USD), Ph.D. (112,000 USD), MBA(111,000 USD), Masters in Science (93,000 USD), BBA (85,000 USD). | Graduate Employability ranks (2020)- #121-130. |
| application requirements | Coallition Essay | GPA: 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (B grade or 83-86%). Fulfill core subject requirements. Personal insight questions must be submitted. |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | Rady School of Management |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.8/10 Read 6 reviews | 7.3/10 Read 6 reviews |
Other Popular Comparisons
| General Facts | University of Washington | University of California |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1861 | 1960 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 11:1 | 13:1 |
| Male:Female | 47% Male, 53% Female | 51% Male, 49% Female |
| Location Facts | Bordered by two lakes of Seattle, Cascade Range view on East, Olympic Mountain view on West, and Red square is the heart of campus. The university has been relocated twice in the past (1876 and 19th century). The main campus lies shores of Portage and Union Bays. | Located in the heart of La Jolla’s coastal woodland, UCSD lies near to the Pacific Ocean. The campus sits on the native land of Kumeyaay Nation. The campus is bordered by Torrey Pines, University lands, and La Jolla shores. |
| Library | Largest collection in Pacific Northwest | The library collection offers over 7 million digital and print media resources. Collections are categorized into three- special, digital, and notable all serving different purposes. Special Collection includes Dr. Suess Collection and Oceanography archives of UCSD and Scripps Institution. |
| Campus Life | Over 60 fraternities and sororities | There are over 500 student organizations from Greek services to Pep Band, there is no lack of opportunity. It has its own radio station KSDT Radio. Three student government bodies for helping and encouraging the freshmen. University sponsor 23 intercollegiate sports programs and has 10 sports venues/grounds. |
| Hostel | #On campus - $12117 #Off campus (not with family) - $12117 #Off campus (with family) - $2679 | - |
| Famous Alumni | Four Nobel laureates, eight Pulitzer prize winners. | Mike Jude (animator), Robert Pera (founder Ubiquiti Networks), Michael Robertson (businessman), Kim Robinson (writer), James Avery (actor), Khaled Hosseini (novelist), Jef Raskin (human-computer interface expert), Bill Atkinson (computer engineer), David E. Shaw (scientist), Gregory Benford (author), and more. |
| City Life | From intramural clubs to adventure activities, nature abound city has a lot to offer. Various national parks, Heritage monuments | La Jolla is a paradise for sea lovers with 13 beaches and the availability of various water sports like snorkeling, diving, etc. The Torrey Pines Golf course attracts people from around the country. A rich cultural life supported by over 200 exhibitions at the La Jolla festival of arts. This city of San Diego has its own museum, music and art library, and is renowned as world’s most acclaimed center of research. The unemployment rate for San Diego is 13.9% (June 2020). |
1608374513.png?h=40&w=40&mode=stretch)
1721276843.png?h=40&w=40&mode=stretch)
