2020 University of San Diego Prospective Transfer Brochure

UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO

TRANSFER ADMISSION

sandiego.edu/transferadmissions

#usdToreros

The University of San Diego is a Roman Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts and Catholic intellectual traditions. We strive to set the standard for a contemporary Catholic university by fostering an environment in which scholarly pursuits and the practice of changemaking go hand in hand.

As a transfer student at USD, you will join a community of students who have made the transition to Torero life through a multitude of diverse and distinctive pathways. You will complete your degree in a supportive environment that incorporates personalized advising, undergraduate research and experiential learning into the student experience. You will be challenged to think critically, question purposefully and communicate effectively across academic disciplines while preparing for a lifetime of academic achievement, professional success and meaningful impact on the world around you.

NORTH TO LOS ANGELES

STUDY IN AMERICA’S FINEST CITY

LA JOLLA

Situated atop a 180-acre mesa, USD is located in an ideal

MISSION BAY

setting in America’s eighth largest city. Our campus is only 10 minutes away from sprawling beaches, 15

SAN DIEGO

minutes from a vibrant downtown, and 20 minutes

CORONADO

from the U.S./Mexico border. As a Torero, you will have countless opportunities for exploring San Diego,

POINT LOMA

SAN FRANCISCO

PACIFIC OCEAN

networking across professional fields and gaining

SAN DIEGO BAY

SOUTH TO MEXICO

cultural perspective in a globally minded community.

LOS ANGELES SAN DIEGO MEXICO

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HONOR AND PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES

180+

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

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CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

SAMPLE ORGANIZATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES American Society of Mechanical Engineers Delta Sigma Pi Lambda Pi Eta Phi Delta Epsilon Psi Chi

Associated Students Outdoor Adventures Transfer Student Organization United Front Multicultural Commons University Ministry

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NCA A DIVISION I ATHLETIC TE AMS ATHLETICS

Men:

Baseball • Basketball • Cross Country • Football Golf • Rowing • Soccer • Tennis

Women:

Basketball • Cross Country • Rowing • Soccer Softball • Swimming and Diving • Tennis Track and Field • Volleyball

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS • Completed Common Application, including: - USD Member Questions - Essay

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

- Application Fee of $55

• Official college transcripts from all institutions attended

• TOEFL with a minimum score of 80 or IELTS

• Official final high school transcript or proof of high school

with a minimum score of 6.5

completion/equivalency

• Official course-by-course evaluation of

• Academic letter of recommendation

foreign college credits

• Transfer College Report

• Learn more at sandiego.edu/BecomeATorero

• Transfer Midterm Report

TRANSFER ADMISSION ELIGIBILITY • Minimum 24 transferable semester units (or 36 quarter units) • Minimum 3.0 cumulative college GPA To be considered for admission, you are required to be in good standing at your current or most recent institution. Admission preference will be given to applicants who have far exceeded the minimum unit and GPA requirements, while also having achieved competitive grades in both English composition and literature and college algebra.

COURSE PREPARATION AND TRANSFERRING CREDITS Although specific coursework is not required to transfer to the University of San Diego, we highly recommend that you select classes based on our core curriculum requirements (outlined below) to aid you in completing your USD degree in a timely manner.

If you have attended or are currently attending a community college within California, please reference your institution's IGETC pattern, in addition to our core requirements, in order to ensure that your courses will transfer to USD. All applicants should refer to sandiego.edu/TransferringCredits for additional information.

First-Year Writing (English Composition and Literature) Mathematical Reasoning and Problem Solving (College Algebra) Advanced Writing Critical Thinking and Information Literacy Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice Ethics Fine Arts Foreign Language History Literature Oral Communication Philosophy Quantitative Reasoning Science (with lab) Social Science Theology and Religious Studies Macroeconomics Microeconomics Financial Accounting Managerial Accounting Calculus Information Systems

ALL APPLICANTS

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

to be completed at USD to be completed at USD

to be completed at USD

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions if you are interested in setting up a transfer advising appointment with a member of our admissions team.

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING Transfer Learning Communities

All new transfer students are assigned to a Transfer Learning Community (TLC) comprised of both residential and commuter students. Your TLC will incorporate a variety of activities and learning outcomes, connecting you to fellow transfer students and jump-starting your academic experience at USD.

Who is required to live on campus?

Living on campus fosters a sense of community and allows for easy access to campus resources. Studies have also shown that students living on campus perform higher academically. Because of the many benefits associated with on-campus living, USD students must complete a two-year housing requirement unless they reside locally with a parent or legal guardian. Young transfer students and those with fewer transferable academic credits may be required to fulfill part of this requirement. While housing is not guaranteed to those exempt from this requirement, our goal is to accommodate as many interested students as possible. For specific housing requirements, exemptions and options, go to sandiego.edu/residentiallife.

CAREER PREPARATION The personalized advising, abundant internship opportunities and dedicated Career Development Center that come with a USD education lead to our graduates finding great success. Services offered by the Career Development Center include career assessments, résumé-writing workshops, internship and job fairs, mock interviews, Torero Treks and graduate school fairs. To see the outcomes of our most recent graduates, visit sandiego.edu/careeroutcomes.

FINANCIAL AID More than 70 percent of USD students receive some form of financial assistance. To be considered for need-based financial aid, you must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority deadline of March 2.

ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships are available for most of USD’s NCAA Division I sports (football and men’s rowing excluded). Scholarship amounts vary.

For more information, please contact the coaching staff directly by visiting usdtoreros.com.

Jesse Magaña '20

Alejandra Ramirez '19

Sam Oswald'20

“My professors made my transition as a transfer student incredibly easy.

One of my professors even hosted dinner at her own home. It really proved to me that the faculty and staff are intentional with being available to students — whether that’s through office hours, over coffee, or eating dinner at their own home.”

“The Transfer Learning Communities are constantly hosting events like the Back to School BBQ and Day at the Bay. These experiences allowed me to push myself out of my comfort zone, meet new transfer students and ultimately have a successful transition to USD.”

“There are countless networking events at USD — from Meet the Firms to Passport-approved presentations. I went to everything I could to be in front of the recruiters and become more than a name. When I was offered interviews, the Career Development Center was instrumental in helping me prepare and ultimately land that internship.”

THE USD TRANSFER STUDENT EXPERIENCE If you ultimately do become a Torero, we want to make sure you enjoy your experience to the fullest and take advantage of the many resources available to you. Check off each of the boxes as you go, and don't forget to give yourself some time to adjust to your new life at USD! □ Meet with your academic advisor prior to orientation. □ Download the MySDMobile app to stay up-to-date with events on campus, review your schedule or to check the tram schedule. □ Attend Transfer Student Orientation. □ Find an on-campus job by visiting the Student Employment Center. □ Attend the Alcalá Bazaar to see the many student clubs and organizations on campus. □ Stay healthy! Get your workout in at the Jenny Craig Pavilion, Mission Fitness Center or Sports Center, or go hiking in Tecolote Canyon. □ Explore the various student resource centers located throughout campus, including: - Commuter Student Commons - The Commons (home to the Black Student Resource Commons, LGBTQ+ and Allies Commons, United Front Multicultural Commons and Women's Commons) - Counseling Center

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Veterans Center Student Support Services Food Pantry Disability and Learning Difference Resource Center - Office of International Students and Scholars

□ Make an appointment with the Career Development Center to discuss internship opportunities and postgraduate plans. □ Stop by the International Center to meet with a study abroad advisor. □ Chat with your advisor about the possibility of conducting research and presenting at Creative Collaborations, USD's annual undergraduate research conference. □ Explore the neighboring areas: Linda Vista (a multicultural neighborhood with great food) and Old Town (the birthplace of San Diego!). □ Stay active with the transfer student community and serve as a mentor for future transfer students by becoming a Transfer Scholastic Assistant (TSA).

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TRANSFER APPLICATION DEADLINES Fall Term: March 1

Spring Term: October 1

COST OF ATTENDANCE Tuition: $50,450 Estimated Room and Board: $14,374 Fees: $736 Total: $65,560

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ACAD EMIC PROG RAM S MAJORS

Accountancy Anthropology Architecture Art History Behavioral Neuroscience Biochemistry Biology Biophysics Business Administration Business Economics Chemistry Communication Studies Computer Science Economics Electrical Engineering English Environmental and Ocean Sciences Ethnic Studies Finance French History Industrial and Systems Engineering Integrated Engineering Interdisciplinary Humanities International Business International Relations Italian Studies Liberal Studies Marketing Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Music Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Real Estate Sociology Spanish Theatre Arts and Performance Studies Theology and Religious Studies Visual Arts

MINORS

Asian Studies Biomedical Ethics Business Analytics Changemaking Chinese Classical Studies Entrepreneurship Environmental Studies and Policy Film Studies German Information Science Information Technology Management Latin American Studies Law and Ethics Leadership Studies Management Medieval and Renaissance Studies Nonprofit Social Enterprise and Philanthropy Peacebuilding and Social Innovation Performing Arts Entrepreneurship Philosophy, Politics and Economics Supply Chain Management Women’s and Gender Studies

PRE-PROFESSIONAL ADVISING PROGRAMS

Pre-Health Advising Pre-Allied Health Pre-Dental Pre-Medical Pre-Nursing Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Podiatry Pre-Veterinary Pre-Law Advising

*All majors are also offered as minors, excluding Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Business Economics, Electrical Engineering, Integrated Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Liberal Studies and Mechanical Engineering.

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS 5998 Alcalá Park, San Diego, CA 92110-2492 (619) 260-4506, (800) 248-4873 Email: admissions@sandiego.edu facebook.com/USDadmissions twitter.com/USDadmissions instagram.com/UofSanDiego youtube.com/UofSanDiego