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University of San Diego

University of San Diego is a medium, private institution located in San Diego, ca. Founded in 1949, University of San Diego offers undergraduate degrees in 95 majors.

Key stats

4 Year, Private

Division 1

5,569 undergraduates

$54,554 undergraduate tuition

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Admissions

Will I get into University of San Diego? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 52.6%

SAT score average N/A

ACT score average N/A

Average high school GPA 4.1

Application fee $55

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Key deadlines

December

104 days away Application deadline date

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of San Diego is known for one of its top majors: Law. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate

Retention Rate

13 :1

Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Law and Legal Studies

Business and Management

Social Sciences and Psychology

Arts, Design, and Humanities

Health and Medical Professions

Education and Teaching

Engineering and Technology

Popular majors

Law

Finance and Financial Management Services

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Marketing

Legal Support Services

Psychology, General

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $54,554

Additional expenses

Room & board $17,010

Books & supplies $1,152

Other expenses $3,051

Cost of attendance* $75,767

Average financial aid package $50,241

Estimated cost $25,526 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $54,554

Additional expenses

Room & board $17,010

Books & supplies $1,152

Other expenses $3,051

Cost of attendance* $75,767

Average financial aid package $50,241

Estimated cost $25,526 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Scholarships from University of San Diego

Scholarships are a great way to cover your education costs—it’s free money you don’t need to pay back. Check out these opportunities and apply!

Anne Catherine Swanke Memorial Scholarship No essay Varies Apply Now

Sister Aimee Rossi/James H. Kolar Amadeus Endowed Scholarship No essay $2,000 Apply Now

University of San Diego Undergraduate Merit Scholarships No essay $28,000 Apply Now

Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of San Diego has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,569, with gender binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

9,106

Enrollment by gender

Male

Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %

29%

African American %

Hispanic American %

16%

Asian %

Native American %

Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %

Multiracial %

Unknown %

43%

Student type

Full-time

Living on campus

International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of San Diego, students love their Women in Business at USD, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110-2492

619-260-4600

www.sandiego.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Women in business at usd

Usd pilates club

Filipino ugnayan student organization

Asian student association

Student finance association

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1

Varsity sportsYes

Intramural sportsYes

Greek life

Female

Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of San Diego to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of San Diego?

University of San Diego is located in San Diego, ca.

What is the acceptance rate at University of San Diego?

The acceptance rate for University of San Diego is 53%.

What’s the average GPA for University of San Diego?

The average high school GPA for University of San Diego students was 4.1.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of San Diego?

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of San Diego including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $303,068.

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University of San Diego

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