Five of the top 10 public universities in America are part of the University of California system, according to a ranking by U.S. News & World Report.
That's likely welcome news to California residents, as in-state tuition at public schools is typically far cheaper than tuition at private universities.
The U.S. News ranks schools using quantitative factors — like graduation and retention rates — and qualitative factors — like peer assessment surveys from college presidents and deans of admissions. The list includes schools which offer a full range of undergraduate majors, plus masters and Ph.D. programs.
Read on to see the top 10 public universities in America.
10. University of California-San Diego
San Diego, California
National Rank: 42 (tie)
In-state Tuition and Fees: $16,183
9. University of California-Irvine
Irvine, California
National Rank: 42 (tie)
In-state Tuition and Fees: $15,516
8. University of California-Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
National Rank: 37
In-state Tuition and Fees: $14,409
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