University of San Diego
Location: San Diego, CA (urban)
Size: 5,702 students
Avg percent need-met: 78%
Acceptance rate: 53%
Middle 50% ACT: 25-31 **Test Blind**
Middle 50% SAT: 1170-1340 **Test Blind**
University of San Diego is a Catholic school that strives to provide a quality liberal arts education that expands a student’s world view and underscores the importance of service to others. They offer a real-world education to solve real-world problems, and professors are accessible. There are many community service and volunteer opportunities. The campus has a laid-back attitude, with the student body largely composed of friendly, upper-class beach lovers. The campus is very residential, with students required to live on-campus their first and second year.
Popular majors / known for: Nursing, Business/Marketing, Biology, Engineering
Academic approach: Liberal arts in the Catholic tradition with a core curriculum
Fun fact / campus tradition: USD offers 5 themed living-learning communities where first-year students live and take classes with other students who share a common interest.
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Religiosity
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Mission: “The University of San Diego is a Roman Catholic institution committed to advancing academic excellence, expanding liberal and professional knowledge, creating a diverse and inclusive community and preparing leaders who are dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.” Read more
Theological requirements: At least one course in "theological and religious inquiry"
USD has a strong focus on service and social justice in the Catholic tradition.
Attendance at mass and confession is not required, but there are frequent opportunities for students to worship together on campus.
USD offers a variety of faith-based retreats for Catholic and non-Catholic students alike.
Religious affiliation/commitment is considered in the application process.
Application Details
RD deadline: December 15th
Early Action deadline: None
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $55
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: N/A
Interviews: Considered
School also featured in: Engineering