YOUR HORIZON
Envision a Place AT THE EDGE OF IT ALL.
Set at the edge of an international gateway on a campus that’s consistently ranked among the nation’s most beautiful, the University of San Diego inspires students to make a difference in the world. Our focus on academic excellence — inspired by faith, nurtured in a welcoming, community environment — empowers innovative, confident, original thinkers to make positive contributions by confronting humanity’s urgent challenges around the globe.
With more than 5,700 undergraduate students from 55 countries and 50 states, the University of San Diego is the youngest independent institution on the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of top-100 universities in the United States. Small class sizes, a compassionate culture, hands-on learning opportunities and state-of-the-art resources characterize the USD experience. YOUR
Future STARTS.
A PLACE WHERE
Find your Passion
At USD, we believe in the power of interdisciplinary learning and we challenge students to see the ways in which all subjects are ultimately interconnected in our society. The liberal arts teach students how to learn, how to think critically and how to communicate effectively across disciplines. Our faculty prepares students to be multifaceted thinkers and scholars and to develop a curious mind with the skills to analyze the world from myriad perspectives.
MAJORS MarketingLiberalItalianInternationalInternationalInterdisciplinaryIndustrialHistoryFrenchFinanceEthnicEnvironmentalEnglishEngineeringElectricalEconomicsComputerCommunicationChemistryBusinessBusinessBiophysicsBiologyBiochemistryBehavioralArtArchitectureAnthropologyAccountancyHistoryNeuroscienceAdministrationEconomicsStudiesScienceEngineering&OceanSciencesStudies&FrancophoneStudies&SystemsEngineeringHumanitiesBusinessRelationsStudiesStudies UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS 12:1 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO 100NATIONALTOP UNIVERSITIES U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT VisualTheologyTheatreSupplySpanishSociologyRealPsychologyPoliticalPhysicsPhilosophyMusicMechanicalMathematicsEngineeringScienceEstateChainManagement&ReligiousStudiesArts MINORS Africana Studies Asian EnvironmentalEntrepreneurshipCreativeClassicalChineseChangemakingBusinessBiomedicalStudiesEthicsAnalyticsStudiesWritingStudies and Policy Film InformationGermanStudies Technology Management Italian Latin American Studies Law and MedievalManagementLeadershipEthicsStudiesandRenaissance Studies Nonprofit Social Enterprise & Philanthropy Philosophy, Politics and Economics Sustainability & Health Women’s and Gender Studies PRE-PROFESSIONAL ADVISING PROGRAMS Pre-HealthPre-OccupationalPre-NursingPre-MedicalPre-DentalPre-AlliedAdvisingHealth Therapy Pre-LawPre-VeterinaryPre-PodiatryPre-PhysicianPre-PhysicalPre-PharmacyPre-OptometryTherapyAssistantAdvising ROTC PROGRAMS Air NavyArmyForce
You’ll learn from our expert faculty members — not teaching assistants — in small classes, typically about 21 students. All our classes are led by faculty members who also serve as your academic advisors.
The core curriculum prepares students to be lifelong learners who have the necessary skills to navigate their future careers and live impactful lives. Designed by our faculty members, it spans critical competencies that employers routinely tout as the most important skills needed in the workforce. We strive to educate ethical leaders and engaged citizens and our core curriculum allows students to investigate questions of ethical, religious and philosophical inquiry. All USD undergraduate students, no matter their majors, engage in a diversity of perspectives that can only come from critically examining art, history, literature and the human experience.
As part of the first-year experience at USD, students who share a common interest live and study together. LLCs ease your academic and social transition into college, they expand your intellectual curiosity beyond the classroom and establish an immediate sense of community with your faculty members and fellow residents. While in an LLC, students take classes together and live near one another, sharing a supercharged college experience where academics meld with exciting co-curricular activities and community engagement, helping to unfurl new understandings in the process.
SMALL INTEGRATEDCLASSESCORE CURRICULUM LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES 21 AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
STUDY ABROAD Maddy Domingo COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CAREER TURNREADINESSIdeas INTO Action
USD has been ranked among the top-five schools in the nation for the past five years for the percentage of undergraduates participating in a study-abroad program. Choose from 95 academic programs in more than 40 countries.
“Studying abroad has opened my eyes to the beauty and diversity of this world and ignited a passion in me to see as much of it as I can. I know myself now more than ever, and I’m so excited for what’s to come!”
All undergraduates participate in one of three career readiness programs — Passport, Compass or Connect — depending on their intended majors. These programs complement the curriculum and assist students in exploring their passions, developing career-building skills, and connecting them with networks that lead to meaningful postgraduation plans.
As one of only 42 Changemaker campuses around the world, USD is committed to providing opportunities for all students to engage in social change and social innovation both inside and outside the classroom.
In addition to an engaging and integrated academic experience on campus, students at USD learn how to make a difference in our city, across our border and around the world. Our location at the edge of an international gateway uniquely prepares students to embrace the breadth and depth of ways they can become globally competent citizens. As a faith-based institution, we inspire and challenge our students to see the world, and themselves, with new eyes.
400,000 # 4 # 4 STUDY ABROAD INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION PROMOTING PUBLIC SERVICE WASHINGTON MONTHLY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HOURS in95 4 0 + PROGRAMS COUNTRIES
Torero Life
We offer a wide array of religious and multicultural student organizations, interest-based clubs, professional societies and community service clubs. Beach cruising at Mission Bay, fish tacos in Pacific Beach, exploring the Point Loma tide pools and hiking in Torrey Pines are just a few of the things you have to look forward to in America’s Finest City. As the eighth-largest city in the nation, San Diego offers exceptional opportunities for students to go beyond the classroom and engage in wide-ranging internships throughout San Diego and beyond. The University of San Diego is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community for students, families, faculty and staff from different backgrounds and faith traditions. You will be joining a community of students who come from 50 states and 55 countries. The Torero culture is vibrant, welcoming and filled with opportunities to find others who share your interests and passions. In addition, San Diego, often known as America’s Finest City, provides an amazing environment for our students to live and play.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS SAN DIEGO # 1 MOST BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS THE PRINCETON REVIEW
USD is home to 17 NCAA Division I athletic teams and more than 30 club and intramural teams. All of our Division I Toreros compete in the West Coast Conference with the exception of football, which competes in the Pioneer Football League. Our Torero scholar-athletes win on the playing field, in the classroom and in the community, contributing thousands of volunteer hours throughout the region. I ATHLETICS Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Rowing, Soccer, Tennis WOMEN Basketball, Cross Country, Rowing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball
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Our Division I athletics program offers scholarships based on a student’s talents in their sports. These are awarded through the Department of Athletics.
For additional information about affording a USD education, go to
All students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) no later than March 2 of their senior year. A wide range of federal, state and institutional aid is offered based on a family’s income and the results of the FAFSA.
sandiego.edu/AffordingUSD
MERIT
About 40% of our entering first-year class will receive a merit scholarship. These are based on a student’s grades and coursework in school, as well as a holistic review of a student’s cocurricular activities and involvement.
NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID TUITION / COST OF ATTENDANCE Tuition: $53,810 Fees: Average$744Room and Board: $15,520 $ 35 K AVERAGE FINANCIAL AID RECEIVED
Higher education is one of the most important — and long-lasting — investments a family will make, and at USD, we’re committed to doing everything we can to help with the cost of attendance. More than 75% of USD students receive some financial assistance and we offer a variety of financial aid opportunities, including: SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIPS
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Career Outcomes Investing in a USD education will provide dividends for a lifetime. Our graduates become part of the Torero family — a global resource for networking. 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 2021. ANNUAL STARTING SALARIES $59,925 $60,000 $20,000–$180,000 AVERAGE SALARY MEDIAN SALARY SALARY RANGE 20.1% FURTHERING EDUCATION 6.1% SEEKING EMPLOYMENT 2.7% MILITARY 2.2% OTHER 0.5% FULL-TIME SERVICE EMPLOYED68.4% 91.2 % 92. 4 % 97.7 % EMPLOYED, IN GRADUATE SCHOOL OR FULL-TIME SERVICE PROGRAM EMPLOYED IN A POSITION ALIGNED WITH CAREER GOALS RECEIVED FIRST FULL-TIME JOB OFFER WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF GRADUATING "I learned a lot from my experiences at USD — all of my courses, faculty, everyone who was so encouraging to me. I took advantage of faculty office hours and felt I could talk to them about anything. Those great scholarly relationships turned into great personal relationships." Jared Ruga '11
5998 Alcalá Park San Diego, CA 92110-2492 (619) 260-4506, (800) 248-4873 admissions@sandiego.edu UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS facebook.com/USDadmissionstwitter.com/USDadmissionsinstagram.com/USDadmissionsyoutube.com/USDadmissions The admissions process at USD is a holistic one, meaning that we consider many factors in identifying a student’s strengths, abilities and passions. The process starts by completing the Common Application (commonapp.org). In addition to completing the Common Application, including USD’s Member Questions, all first-year applicants must submit: PRIORITY DEADLINES FOR SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION December 1 (fall term) October 1 (spring term) For more details about our holistic application review process, go to sandiego.edu/WhatWeLookFor. Your Journey STARTS HERE Official high school transcript(s) TOEFL minimum: 80; IELTS minimum: 6.5; Duolingo minimum: 115 (international applicants only) Application fee Academic letter of recommendation 5,702 56 % 48 % 42 % 44 % 7 % 55 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS FEMALE OUT OF STATE STUDENTS OF COLOR MALE INTERNATIONAL HOME COUNTRIES
