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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute

La Jolla, CA·Private·https://www.sbpdiscovery.org/education/graduate-school

Campus Identity

Beach TownPhD Programs

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is a private nonprofit university in La Jolla, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean.

At a Glance

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is a private nonprofit university in La Jolla, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean.

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Campus Lifestyle

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 4 miles from Del Mar, CA and 92 miles from Snow Valley Mountain Resort.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Beach Access

4 miles

Del Mar, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

62°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Valley Mountain Resort, 92 miles away with 12 lifts and 240 skiable acres. All are within 95 miles of campus.

92 mi away
240 skiable acres12 lifts
95 mi away
240 skiable acres10 lifts
95 mi away
198 skiable acres8 lifts

Beach Town

Students at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute are 4 miles from Del Mar, CA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.

Del Mar, CA

Ocean access within 4.3 miles

4 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · La Jolla, CA

La Jolla has a mild climate, with winters averaging 56°F in Dec and summers peaking around 74°F in Aug.

57°Jan58°Feb59°Mar61°Apr64°May68°Jun72°Jul74°Aug72°Sep68°Oct62°Nov56°Dec

Station: SAN DIEGO MIRAMAR NAS · Source: NOAA NCEI

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Fields of Study

1 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Biology, GeneralDoctoral
4 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Biology, General
Doctoral4 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute located?

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is located in La Jolla, CA. The main campus address is 10901 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute the right fit for me?

Whether Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in La Jolla, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
La Jolla, CA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Doctoral
School Year Weather
Warm · 62°F avg
Nearest Airport
San Diego, CA (NKX) · 6 mialso SAN (12 mi), NZY (14 mi)

Location

La Jolla, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.