YOU’VE BEEN ACCEPTED
Inspiring Surroundings
Inclusive Faith Community
Academic Excellence and Personalized Learning
Sense of Belonging
San Diego provides an upbeat and lively environment to test your entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. Toreros engage deeply with our city and experience the warmth and diversity of the San Diego community.
Small class sizes. One-on-one mentorship from faculty. Hands-on learning, inside and outside of the classroom. USD will help you develop unique skills and make personal connections that set you apart as a Torero.
Global Perspective
With Toreros hailing from more than 75 countries, USD welcomes all to campus. Looking for your own global experience? Good news — USD is ranked #2 in the nation for study abroad participation.
Toreros come from all around the world with a multitude of perspectives. Our Catholic heritage opens the door to compassionate discussion, exploration of truth and radical acceptance of all.
Being a Torero means being a part of the USD family. Our Toreros take part in a community that welcomes and embraces all, encouraging individuals to get involved, be committed and find their place both on- and off-campus.
Career and Lifelong Success USD is committed to making sure the investment in college pays off after graduation. From the Career Development Center to our global network of Torero alumni, Toreros not only get that first job offer, but they are also prepared to make a lasting impact on the world around them.
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While you may not be able to experience USD in person just yet, here’s how one day at USD — the place at “the edge of it all” — might look...
1. Wake Up (in Sunny San Diego) Although we don’t know exactly what the fall semester will look like, USD students typically enjoy an amazing residential experience for their first two years. Living in one of our themed Living Learning Communities (LLCs), you’ll meet people from all over the world and find your place among our student body. Learn more about LLCs and living on campus using the QR code.
2. Head to Class At USD, you’ll thrive in small classes, receiving instruction from our expert faculty members. They’ll know your name, serve as your advisors and mentors and guide you throughout your time here. Thanks to our integrated core curriculum, you’ll find yourself in many different classroom spaces across campus.
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6 3. Attend Mass in Founders Chapel Regardless of faith background and tradition, Mass at Founders Chapel is a hallmark of the Torero experience. Offered daily, these services focus on the acceptance and inclusion of all and allow you to explore your faith identity in a form that’s healthy for you. While Toreros are not required to attend Mass, many find that it is the perfect place to build authentic community and friendships within the Torero family.
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4. Grab lunch in the Student Life Pavilion USD has consistently been rated among the finest dining experiences on any college campus. Whether you want handrolled sushi, all-day breakfast or perhaps a green juice or smoothie to carry you through your next class, there are limitless options to choose from across campus, and you’ll find cuisine from around the world. Dietary restrictions? No problem. We’re ready with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options (just to name a few)!
4 5. Prepare for Your Internship Interview When you’re ready to start taking on your life after college, we are, too. For Toreros like you, we offer an entire team of professionals and network of resources to make sure you’re set with internships, mock interviews, networking events, resume building workshops and more. Lifelong success begins the moment you join the Torero family!
6. Map Out Your Study Abroad Experience The world is at your fingertips when you attend our nationally-ranked university. Being #2 in the nation for undergraduate study abroad participation has its perks, including the ability to study in 30+ countries, using 80+ programs as a guide. Your study abroad advisor can help you pick out the perfect spot to attend classes, gain a global perspective and become a globally-minded citizen.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? Now that you’ve been accepted, make sure to review the detailed information for incoming students online at the MySanDiego portal (my.sandiego.edu):
STEP 1: MAKE YOUR DEPOSIT To enroll, you must submit your enrollment confirmation form and make an online deposit via the MySanDiego portal.
The deadline to submit the enrollment confirmation is May 1.
STEP 2: FINANCIAL AID
If you have applied for need-based financial aid by submitting the FAFSA, your financial aid offer will be available in the portal approximately two weeks after you receive your admission decision. Review your offer in detail and be sure to submit all necessary documents, including loan applications, by published deadlines.
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A celebratory orientation weekend for new Toreros and their families, this program is designed to make every step of your transition to USD seamless: moving in, meeting fellow classmates, connecting with your faculty adviser and experiencing all that your Living Learning Community (LLC) and the broader USD community has to offer.
HOU SIN G AN D ME A L P L AN S
While we don't know what the fall will hold, USD typically requires that students complete a two-year on-campus housing requirement. Beginning in early May, information regarding housing and class registration will be available to students who have made deposits. Visit the MySanDiego portal or sandiego.edu/residentiallife to learn more. Meal plan selections can be made over the summer via the MySanDiego portal. All first- and second-year students are required to have a minimum meal plan.
DIS ABIL I T Y AN D L E AR N I N G R ESOURC ES
Students with documented disabilities should contact the USD Disability and Learning Difference Resource Center as soon as possible to discuss appropriate accommodations. For more information, go to sandiego.edu/disability.
STEP 3: STAY CONNECTED
Log in to the MySanDiego portal regularly to stay up to date on important announcements and next steps, such as upcoming webcasts, selecting your Living Learning Community and submitting key documents. More details regarding these steps will come after you’ve made your deposit.
I N T ERN AT ION A L ST U D EN TS
International students seeking an F-1 student visa must confirm enrollment before we can begin 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 are also required to complete select forms in iTorero, which will be accessible in the MySanDiego portal after you submit your enrollment deposit.
C OV I D -19 RES P ON S E
In the midst of a global pandemic, the campus community has remained resilient, determined and committed to providing Toreros with a nationallyrecognized education. From modulating to remotelearning to offering virtual community-building events, our faculty, staff and students have proven to be ready for any and all situations that come their way. To learn more about the steps that USD has taken to ensure the health and safety of our Toreros as well as to read the most recent updates regarding USD’s COVID-19 Campus Action Plan, please visit sandiego.edu/onward.
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CONTACT US ADMISSIONS OFFICE (619) 260-4506 sandiego.edu/BecomeATorero ATHLETICS (619) 260-4803 usdtoreros.com
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS 5998 Alcalá Park San Diego, CA 92110-2492 (619) 260-4506, (800) 248-4873 admissions@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/BecomeATorero
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CHANGEMAKER HUB (619) 260-2798 sandiego.edu/changemaker DISABILITY AND LEARNING DIFFERENCE RESOURCE CENTER (619) 260-4655 sandiego.edu/disability HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL LIFE (619) 260-4777 sandiego.edu/residentiallife
PUBLIC SAFETY (619) 260-7777 sandiego.edu/safety
BREATHE EASY. USD IS A SMOKING AND TOBACCOFREE CAMPUS. sandiego.edu/smokefree
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS (619) 260-4598 sandiego.edu/oiss ONE STOP STUDENT CENTER (FINANCIAL AID AND STUDENT ACCOUNTS) (619) 260-2700 sandiego.edu/onestop STUDENT AFFAIRS (619) 260-4588 sandiego.edu/torerolife STUDENT HEALTH CENTER (619) 260-4595 sandiego.edu/healthcenter VETERAN STUDENT SERVICES (619) 260-7483 sandiego.edu/military
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.