University of San Diego

  • 0/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5.0 2 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

9,714
University of San Diego overview
University of San Diego overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

The University of San Diego, a private Catholic institution established in 1949, sits on a 180-acre campus overlooking Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean in the Linda Vista area of San Diego. Located five miles from downtown San Diego, the campus is known for its Spanish Renaissance architecture, including its signature blue domes and immaculate gardens. The university maintains selective admission standards and offers comprehensive programs through its eight academic schools, with particular strengths in business, engineering, and international relations. Students are required to live on campus for their first two years, residing in one of the university's residential communities, and the institution competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the USD Toreros, primarily in the West Coast Conference.

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  • Academics
    9 out of 10
  • Resources
    8 out of 10
  • Outcomes
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Admissions

Admission Standards

Unavailable
University of San Diego admission standards
  • GPA 3.95

Acceptance Rate

52.4%
University of San Diego applications overview
  • Applications Due Dec 15, 2026
  • Enrollment Rate 12.4%
  • Application Fee $55

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$59,486
Costs for University of San Diego
Fee Cost
Tuition $59,486
Books and Supplies $1,062
Other Fees $1,066
Room and Board $19,918
Budget for Other Expenses $4,446
Total One Year Cost $85,978

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$70,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

75% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of San Diego are Business, Social Sciences, and Communication. 39% of students major in Business, 15% in Social Sciences, and 10% in Communication.

  • Business 39%
  • Social Sciences 15%
  • Communication 10%
  • Biology 6%
  • Psychology 6%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=122436.

GPA calculator: University of San Diego GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026