The University of California, San Diego Extension (UCSD Extension) does not have a standalone country ranking, as it is a continuing education division of UC San Diego. However, UC San Diego itself is consistently ranked among top universities globally. According to the 2023 U.S. News & World Report, UC San Diego ranks #20 in Best Global Universities. It also holds #34 in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
While UCSD Extension focuses on professional and certificate programs, its reputation is tied to the broader university’s academic excellence, research output, and global standing.
