Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
87.50%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Design Institute of San Diego Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 87.50%. This means approximately 875 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 92 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
87.50%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $29,350 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $29,350 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $42,093 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $31,293 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 54.84% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 56.99% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Design Institute of San Diego Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$29,350
Books and supplies
$938
Fees and remainder
$11,805
Sticker price
$42,093
Average net price
$31,293
Average aid coverage
26%
$10,800 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Design Institute of San Diego pays approximately $31,293 per year after grants and aid. This is above the California average of $19,695 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Design Institute of San Diego?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
Design Institute of San Diego net price
$31,293
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
Design Institute of San Diego Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $29,350 and average net price at $31,293. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$29,350
Current net price
$31,293
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
50.00%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$46,920
Undergraduates
92
10-Year Median Earnings - Design Institute of San Diego vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Design Institute of San Diego graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Design Institute of San Diego?
Undergraduates
92
Completion rate
50.00%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
54.84%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
56.99%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 54.84% of Design Institute of San Diego students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 56.99% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Design Institute of San Diego
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Design Institute of San Diego's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Design Institute of San Diego lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
Design Institute of San Diego is listed at 8555 Commerce Ave, San Diego, CA 92121. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Design Institute of San Diego with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Institute of San Diego | 87.50% | $29,350 | $31,293 | $46,920 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Design Institute of San Diego's acceptance rate?
Design Institute of San Diego's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 87.50%.
How much is Design Institute of San Diego tuition?
Design Institute of San Diego's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $29,350.
What is Design Institute of San Diego's average net price?
Design Institute of San Diego's average net price in the local dataset is $31,293.
What does Design Institute of San Diego cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $28,154 for Design Institute of San Diego students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Design Institute of San Diego's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $46,920 for Design Institute of San Diego.
Is Design Institute of San Diego accredited?
Design Institute of San Diego's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend Design Institute of San Diego?
The local dataset lists 92 undergraduate students at Design Institute of San Diego.
What percentage of Design Institute of San Diego students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Design Institute of San Diego in the local dataset is 54.84%.
What is the federal loan rate at Design Institute of San Diego?
The federal loan rate for Design Institute of San Diego in the local dataset is 56.99%.
Where should I verify Design Institute of San Diego data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Design Institute of San Diego or the latest official federal education data.