San Diego State University reported an acceptance rate of just 6.8% for international applicants in the most recent application year, with 7,820 applicants vying for only 530 spots. This reflects a significant decrease from previous years, where the acceptance rates were much higher—32.1% in 2024 and 34.1% in 2023, with 2,508 and 2,666 acceptances, respectively. The downward trend is evident, as the acceptance rate has dropped from 39.3% in 2022, indicating a tightening admissions landscape for international students.