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Congratulations on your acceptance to USD — the place at the edge of it all. Based on your impressive academic achievements, commitment to Changemaking and unique personal story, we know that you are an excellent fit for the Torero community as a transfer student. Your past experiences in a college or university setting offer a unique perspective, and we’re excited to walk alongside on your next step toward earning a degree at USD. As you continue to consider USD, we’re confident that you’ll find USD to be the perfect place for you to envision your horizon as a Changemaker. USD’s identity as both a contemporary Catholic university and Changemaker Campus (Ashoka U) is rooted in its origin story. Our founders, Most Reverend Charles Francis Buddy, the first Bishop of San Diego, and Mother Rosalie Hill of the Religious of the Sacred Heart, established our campus upon the ideals of beauty, truth and goodness. It was their intent that USD would nurture its students through the pursuit and discovery of truth, and over 70 years later, this mission still rings true. You will find that your experience will be centered on the pursuit of knowledge and the positive impact that comes with its discovery. Both inside and outside of the classroom, you will encounter the spirit of Catholic Intellectual Tradition and Catholic Social Teaching through hands-on learning, intimate community, impactful research, lively discussions and much more. Your journey will be guided by professors, peers and a network of Toreros who encourage you to live out your personal passions while bringing positive change to the world around you. Even today, USD embodies its Changemaker Campus designation with its commitment to public service, social justice and global perspectives. Most recently, USD was ranked #1 in the Nation for Most Committed to Public Service by the Washington Monthly as well as #2 in the Nation for Undergraduate Study Abroad Participation by the Institute of International Education. These rankings, we hope, indicate to you the experience that you will have as a Torero and as a Changemaker. Our Torero community looks forward to the day when we can greet you on campus, ready to embark upon the Torero journey with you. In the meantime, you can monitor our Campus Action Plan in response to COVID-19 by visiting sandiego.edu/onward. Once again, congratulations on your acceptance to the University of San Diego! Warm regards,
Minh-Ha Hoang Director of Admissions
A Liberal Arts Education
The liberal arts tradition focuses on interdisciplinary learning and will challenge you to see the ways in which all subjects are interconnected in our society. By completing our varied core curriculum, you will become a well-rounded and curious scholar. You will discover new ideas, explore your passions, expand your worldview and realize the type of person you hope to become. Ultimately, the liberal arts will help you grow academically and personally, propelling you toward a successful future with limitless potential.
Personalized Advising
In your first semester at USD, you’ll begin working with a full-time faculty member who will serve as your academic adviser. You’ll soon find that being on a first-name basis with your adviser and other professors is the norm at USD. Your discussions will continue beyond the classroom, and you will find mentors in some of the greatest minds academia has to offer. Through their guidance, and the additional resources provided throughout campus, you’ll have the chance to take your academic pursuits to the next level through a variety of experiential learning opportunities, like conducting original research and studying abroad.
Tight-Knit Community
In your first year at USD, you’ll be assigned to a Transfer Learning Community (TLC), which will be made up of both residential and commuter students. Your TLC will connect you to fellow transfer students through a variety of activities and learning outcomes. You’ll start expanding upon that community at the annual Alcalá Bazaar, where clubs and organizations line Torero Way so you can explore the many ways to get involved. The rest of your year will be marked by concerts and open mic nights, intramurals and Outdoor Adventure trips, cultural activities and speaker showcases, surfing lessons and beach bonfires, and packing the stands to cheer on your fellow Toreros. For many, Sunday night Mass in Founders Chapel — voluntary and open to all — is also a cherished part of the USD experience.
The Transfer Experience
We are a community that takes great pride in our transfer student population, a population that makes up more than one-fourth of USD graduates. We know the transfer process can be difficult to navigate, so we’ve assembled a series of committees to provide you with the support you need as you transition to Torero life. The Transfer Orientation Committee, Transfer Student Steering Committee and Transfer Scholastic Assistants are comprised of faculty members, staff and current students who are active advocates for USD’s transfer student population.
Successful Graduates
With the help of dedicated faculty mentors and career counselors, you’ll find the support, resources and experiences needed to determine your professional goals, find impressive internships and embark upon your dream career. Through our Career Development Center, you’ll have access to workshops, alumni mentorships and a USD-specific internship and job posting board. You’ll also be able to take part in exceptional networking experiences like Torero Treks, where career counselors will lead you and your peers on industry-specific trips to visit employers and alumni across the nation. Practical and engaging co-curricular activities — like preprofessional programs and honor societies — will complement your course of study and further enhance your professional development. The Career Readiness Program provides a customized experience for students in all undergraduate majors that is integrated throughout our students’ career exploration process. Whether you complete PASSPORT (School of Business), COMPASS (College of Arts and Sciences) or CONNECT (Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering), you'll be ready for whatever comes your way after graduation. Learn more at sandiego.edu/careers.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? Now that you’ve been accepted, please review the MySanDiego portal in detail. Once you decide to become a part of our community, visit the MySanDiego portal often to complete important steps in becoming a Torero.
STEP 1: MAKE YOUR DEPOSIT To confirm your place in next year’s class, you must submit your enrollment confirmation and make an online deposit via the portal by June 15 or within two weeks of your acceptance, whichever comes later. Your deposit must be in the form of an electronic check. If you will be living on campus, the enrollment deposit is $500; if you will be living off campus, the enrollment deposit is $300. Please note that the enrollment deposit is nonrefundable one month after receipt of deposit.
STEP 2: FINANCIAL AID Review your financial aid award, submit all necessary documents and let us know if you have any questions.
STEP 3: STAY CONNECTED ¨ Claim your USDOne user account and email address. This will allow you to register for classes and apply for housing. ¨ Complete the Transfer Student Questionnaire. This is the first step toward declaring your major and registering for classes. ¨ Submit an immunization form. To access this form, visit sandiego.edu/healthcenter/immunizations/requirements.php to complete the TB Screening Questionnaire. Once complete, you will receive an email containing a link to download the immunization form. ¨ Complete the housing application, if applicable, by visiting sandiego.edu/residentiallife. ¨ Submit all final college and high school transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
F IN AN CI AL A ID
CL A S S REGISTRAT ION
If you applied for need-based financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and met the priority deadline, you will soon receive notification regarding your financial aid award. The Office of Financial Aid will initiate the award process once we have received a FAFSA analysis from the processor. After receipt of this analysis, you will receive requests for further information in the form of red-flagged items in the Financial Aid Requirement section of the MySanDiego portal. Please respond to all red-flagged items in a timely manner so that an award can be sent to you as soon as possible. You will receive an email directing you to view your award in the MySanDiego portal once it is ready. All further updates regarding your award will be sent to you via email, so please make sure your spam email folder or blocker allows this type of email.
Once you have confirmed your enrollment, your previously completed coursework will be evaluated. You will also receive an email that outlines the required steps you need to complete prior to meeting with your adviser and registering for courses. These include: claiming your USDOne user account, completing the Transfer Student Questionnaire and submitting required immunization forms. Visit sandiego.edu/orientation for more information on these processes.
PAY M E N T P L AN S USD offers a number of payment plans. Information on how to participate in these plans can be found at sandiego. edu/finance/student-financial-services/student-accounts. Specific costs for meal plans, housing options and tuition can be found on this site as well.
I NTERNAT ION A L STU D ENTS International students seeking an F-1 student visa must confirm enrollment before we can begin the issuance of your Form I-20. Upon receipt of your enrollment deposit, you will gain access to the necessary forms via the iTorero portlet, located inside the MySanDiego portal. International students who are not applying for an F-1 student visa must also complete select forms in iTorero upon receipt of deposit.
M Y.S AN DIEG O. E DU — T H E US D P O RTA L STEP 3 STEP 2
STEP 1
LIVING ON CAMPUS Living on campus fosters a sense of community, strengthens connections with peers and faculty, and allows for easy access to campus resources. Because of the many benefits associated with on-campus living, USD students must complete a two-year housing requirement, depending on their date of entry and units (see below). Placements will be made only for students who have provided a resident deposit and completed an online application via the housing portal, which will be available in mid-May. Priority for students exempt from the requirement is given on a first-come, first-served basis, so please submit these items promptly. Please note: housing is not guaranteed to students exempted from USD’s on-campus residency requirement, which is outlined below. University housing is limited and there is potential that we will not be able to accommodate all housing requests for students who are not required to live on-campus. The Office of Residential Life is available to assist with any questions you may have regarding the possibility of an on-campus housing placement. Their team is also available to provide guidance on finding off-campus housing options. In addition, Residential Life staff can provide information about the support and resources offered for commuter students, and those students not able to live on campus.
WHO IS REQUI RE D TO L I V E O N CA MP U S ?
H OW TO A PPLY FOR H OU SI N G
All unmarried students with credits defining them as either a first-year or second-year student who are under 20 years of age at the initial start date of their first agreement period of occupancy at USD and who do not commute from the permanent (i.e., primary and not secondary) San Diego County home of their parent(s) or court-appointed legal guardian are required to live in university housing. A resident who becomes 20 years of age following their initial matriculation at USD will still be subject to and required to fulfill the two-year on-campus residency requirement. In addition to the age and class standing stipulations of this requirement, you will also be considered exempt from the residency requirement if you have completed four or more full-time semesters at another college or university.
¨ Visit sandiego.edu/residentiallife to access the housing registration link.
In Other Words: If you will start at USD in the fall, you will be required to live on campus for two semesters unless you satisfy at least one of the following: • 20 years of age or older by August 30, 2021 • at least 60 units of coursework completed prior to USD • at least four full-time semesters of consecutive coursework completed prior to USD If you will start at USD in the spring, you will be required to live on campus for one semester unless you satisfy at least one of the following: • 20 years of age or older by January 26, 2021 • at least 60 units of coursework completed prior to USD • at least four full-time semesters of consecutive coursework completed prior to USD
¨ Log in using your MySanDiego username and password. ¨ Read and review the Terms and Conditions, as this is a binding agreement for the full academic year. ¨ Answer the profile questions accurately. ¨ If your housing application is submitted by July 15, placements should be made by the first week of August. Check your USD email account for confirmation of your placement. If you have not received your placement by that time, please contact Residential Life via email at housing@sandiego.edu or by phone at (619) 260-4777.
H OU SI NG OPT IONS FOR TRA N S FER STU D ENTS • • • • • •
Alcalá Vista Apartments Manchester Village Apartments San Antonio de Padua Apartments San Buenaventura Apartments University Terrace Apartments First-year housing may be offered to students with fewer than 30 units
Learn more about each housing area by visiting sandiego.edu/ residentiallife.
ME A L PL A N S There is a minimum meal plan requirement for residential transfer students required to live on campus. For specific information on this requirement as well as meal plan options, visit the Dining Services website at sandiego.edu/dining.
I MP ORTA N T CA MP U S RESOU RCES One Stop Student Center The mission of the One Stop Student Center is to consolidate the business transactions of the Financial Aid, Registrar and Student Accounts offices into one location. This allows students to receive outstanding customer service for each of these three areas in one convenient location. sandiego.edu/one-stop
Peer Tutoring Centers Available in a variety of subject areas, these student-led centers provide a great forum for collaborating with peers or getting extra help outside the classroom. sandiego.edu/cas/student-resources/ tutoring-and-centers
The Commuter Commons Fully stocked with workspaces, comfy couches and lockers, this lounge allows students living off campus to connect with peers, study and even take a much-needed nap between classes. sandiego.edu/commuter-commons/commutercommons.php
Veterans Center Featuring space for lounging or working, this spot is popular among the more than 500 Toreros who are student veterans or military dependents. sandiego.edu/military
Disability Services The Disability and Learning Difference Resource Center (DLDRC) provides assistance to students with documented disabilities. Services include arranging academic accommodations, disability management counseling and coordinating disability-related services with other departments such as Housing, Public Safety and the Office of the Dean. To receive support, students must first contact DLDRC and submit valid documentation. We encourage all incoming students who intend to request services to contact DLDRC at (619) 260-4655 as soon as possible to discuss documentation and any other issues. sandiego.edu/disability
LIFE AFTER USD Each year, USD’s Career Development Center surveys recent graduates to see where they are six months after graduation. The following data is based on USD’s class of 2019:
C UR RE N T STAT U S
F I R ST JOB OFFER
employed or in graduate school
received their first job offer within three months of graduating
91.7%
95 %
69.8% Employed 18% Furthering education 5.8% Seeking employment 2.5% Military 2.5% Not seeking employment 1.4% Full-time service
77% 18% 4% 1%
Before graduating Within three months Four to six months More than six months
ANN UAL START IN G S A L A R I ES
$55,747
Average Salary
$58,000
Median Salary
$12,000 – $105,000
Salary Range
SAM P LE I N T E RN SH I P S
S A MPLE EMPLOYER S
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Apple, Inc. Barney and Barney LLC Catholic Relief Services Clear Channel Communications General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Illumina Kashi Co. The Keating Hotel Group La Jolla Playhouse LEWIS PR Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Ocean Discovery Institute PricewaterhouseCoopers Samsung China San Diego Padres San Diego Zoo Global Scripps Research Institute Surfrider Foundation Teach for America The Nature Conservancy
Adobe Amazon The Atlantic Boeing Deloitte E. & J. Gallo Winery Fitbit Fulbright Scholar Program Goldman Sachs Goodrich Intel Microsoft NASA NBC Sports Nike Peace Corps PricewaterhouseCoopers Qualcomm Sempra Energy Yelp
To learn more, go to sandiego.edu/CareerOutcomes.
C ON TACT US ADMISSIONS OFFICE (619) 260-4506 sandiego.edu/BecomeATorero ATHLETICS (619) 260-4803 usdtoreros.com CHANGEMAKER HUB (619) 260-2798 sandiego.edu/changemaker DISABILITY AND LEARNING DIFFERENCE RESOURCE CENTER (619) 260-4655 sandiego.edu/disability
ONE STOP STUDENT CENTER (FINANCIAL AID AND STUDENT ACCOUNTS) (619) 260-2700 sandiego.edu/onestop STUDENT AFFAIRS (619) 260-4588 sandiego.edu/student-experience STUDENT HEALTH CENTER (619) 260-4595 sandiego.edu/healthcenter MILITARY AND VETERANS PROGRAM (619) 260-7483 sandiego.edu/military
HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL LIFE (619) 260-4777 sandiego.edu/residentiallife
PUBLIC SAFETY (619) 260-7777 sandiego.edu/safety
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS (619) 260-4598 sandiego.edu/oiss
TRANSFER TEAM (619) 260-4733 transfer@sandiego.edu
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for viewing at sandiego.edu/safety. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or properties and on nearby public property. A print copy of this report may be obtained at the USD Department of Public Safety.
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