2023 USD Undergraduate Admissions Yield Brochure

YOU’VE BEEN ACCEPTED

Welcome TO THE UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO!

Congratulations on your academic achievements. We know your demonstrated hard work and outstanding personal character will open exciting new opportunities for you as an important member of our Torero community.

Our founders — the Most Reverend Charles Francis Buddy, the first Bishop of San Diego, and Mother Rosalie Hill of the Religious of the Sacred Heart — envisioned a university on the hill as a beacon of light for the Catholic intellectual tradition. Through beauty, goodness and truth, our charism shines for the world to see, as our collective actions reflect the dignity of the individual and the imperative to care for our world and one another.

We invite you to explore and discover all we have to offer to challenge your mind, heart, and spirit as we join you on your journey to shine even brighter! We are confident that you will make a lasting contribution to the University of San Diego and to the world.

We were the first on the West Coast and remain one of only 41 institutions in the world designated as a Changemaker Campus. Our Catholic identity and Changemaker distinction reflect a deep conviction to help students apply their knowledge, skills, and talents to confront humanity’s urgent challenges. Your total student experience, both inside and outside of the classroom, will equip you with enduring insights and capabilities that provide a competitive advantage after graduation, where a robust alumni network will support you throughout your career.

Our Torero community looks forward to greeting you upon your arrival in August. Meanwhile, if you have any questions, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission at (619) 260-4506.

You can keep pace with the latest developments at USD by following me on Twitter and Instagram @usdpresharris.

Sincerely,

James T. Harris III, DEd President

Academic Excellence and Personalized Learning

USD is more than just a pretty place. Ranked among the top 100 universities in the country, USD has been setting the standard for a contemporary Catholic university for more than 70 years. The liberal arts teach students how to learn, how to think and how to communicate across disciplines, which are exactly the skills employers tell us they need. From the moment you arrive on campus, you will be surrounded by a network of academic and social support. With classes averaging just 21 students, you will get to know our expert faculty in the classroom, but you’ll connect with them during regular office hours, partner with them on research projects, or meet in one-on-one advising sessions.

Inspiring Surroundings

Our students get to live and learn on one of the most beautiful campuses in the world. You’ll get to view the ocean walking to class, enjoy amazing sunsets as you head to dinner, and in between enjoy the stunning architecture of our buildings. The city of San Diego provides an upbeat and lively environment to test your entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and our Toreros engage deeply with our city and experience the warmth and diversity of the community.

Global Perspective

With Toreros hailing from more than 58 countries, USD welcomes all to campus. Our location at the edge of an international gateway uniquely positions us to give students a broader view of the world - both from campus and beyond. USD has been ranked among the top schools in the nation for the past five years for the percentage of undergraduates participating in a study abroad program. Students can travel abroad to over 35 countries to complete their coursework or to engage in service learning and community building programs. USD has been a designated Changemaker campus because it has shown a full commitment to provide opportunities for all students to engage in social change and social innovation both inside and outside the classroom. We encourage our community to commit themselves to addressing social issues that matter to them and exploring new ideas that will have a positive social impact.

Sense of Belonging

Being a Torero means being a part of the USD family. 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 that come from 49 states and 58 countries. We believe that college is all about broadening one’s horizons, exploring new ideas, and discovering the richness and beauty of different perspectives.

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Career and Lifelong Success

Inclusive Faith Community

Our founders understood faith as a light which illuminates our search for ultimate meaning and purpose. As a result, faith and service are woven into almost every aspect of campus life, creating exciting opportunities for you to explore your deepest beliefs and highest aspirations. As a contemporary Catholic university, we welcome and include students with a multitude of perspectives, creating a caring community where all can belong and grow in their spirituality. The word “Catholic” means universal, and in this spirit, no matter who you are, where you come from, or what your background, you are welcome on our campus and in all that we do. OF 1 41

CHANGEMAKER CAMPUSES WORLDWIDE

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.

MOST BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS THE PRINCETON REVIEW

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 a non-refundable online deposit via the MySanDiego portal. The deadline to submit the enrollment confirmation is May 1

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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.

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 advisor, and experiencing all that your Living Learning Community (LLC) and the broader USD community has to offer.

HOUSING AND MEAL PLANS

Because of the many benefits associated with on-campus living, USD 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.

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 non-refundable online deposit.

DISABILITY AND LEARNING RESOURCES

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.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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.

OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION

5998 Alcalá Park San Diego, CA 92110-2492

(619) 260-4506, (800) 248-4873

admissions@sandiego.edu

sandiego.edu/BecomeATorero

Instagram: @usdadmissions

Facebook: @USDAdmissions

Twitter: @USDAdmissions

YouTube: @USDAdmissions

CONTACT US

OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION

(619) 260-4506

sandiego.edu/BecomeATorero

ATHLETICS

(619) 260-4803

usdtoreros.com

CHANGEMAKER HUB

(619) 260-2798

sandiego.edu/changemaker

STUDENT AFFAIRS

(619) 260-4588

sandiego.edu/studentaffairs

HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL LIFE

(619) 260-4777

sandiego.edu/residentiallife

FIRST-YEAR ORIENTATION TEAM

(619) 260-4733

orientation@sandiego.edu

TRANSFER ORIENTATION TEAM

(619) 260-4733 transfer@sandiego.edu

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 HEALTH CENTER

(619) 260-4595

sandiego.edu/healthcenter

DISABILITY AND LEARNING DIFFERENCE RESOURCE CENTER

(619) 260-4655

sandiego.edu/disability

VETERAN STUDENT SERVICES

(619) 260-7483

sandiego.edu/military

PUBLIC SAFETY

(619) 260-7777

sandiego.edu/safety

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.

BREATHE EASY.

USD IS A SMOKING AND TOBACCOFREE CAMPUS.

sandiego.edu/smokefree