University of San Diego

Apply for first-year Apply for transfer

University of San Diego

Apply for first-year Apply for transfer

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Academic Programs

Engineering
Research
Science
Technology
Liberal Arts
Business
Education
Communication
Music
Art & Design
Economics
Finance/Accounting
Government/Political Science
Health Science
Performing Arts
Social Science
Visual Arts

Student experience

Athletics
Co-op/Internship Opportunities
Disability Services
Greek Life
Intramural/Club Sports
LGBTQIA Services
Military/Veteran Services
Night Class Offerings
On-Campus Housing
Religious Affiliation
ROTC Program
Study Abroad
Undergraduate Research
Student Support Services
Multicultural Clubs and Orgs
Black Student Resource Commons
Women's Commons
Yellow Ribbon Program

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

You are a first-year applicant if you are a student who is currently enrolled in high school and will graduate at the end of the current academic year, or who has graduated from high school and has not yet completed college courses. This does not include attendance at a college summer session immediately following high school graduation.
Click on the web links under the For First Year Students heading to find out more about requirements, fees and deadlines for first year applicants.

Transfer

You are a transfer applicant if you: have already completed high school OR have received a General Education Diploma (GED) OR have successfully completed a State High School Proficiency Examination AND have ever enrolled in college classes.
Click on the web links under the For Transfer Students heading to find out more about requirements, fees and deadlines for transfer applicants.

Additional Information

Cost shouldn’t be a barrier to a top-notch college education. At USD, we’re committed to doing everything we can to get you the best financial aid available. We offer many different types of scholarships to students — some of which are based on athletic achievement, involvement with USD’s various music and choral programs and one for those with NROTC affiliation. Additionally, all first-year applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships ranging between $18,000 and $25,000 per year.

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