Your Future Starts Here

The Edge of Everything

Find Your Horizon

When Toreros look out at the horizon, we dream of what could be. But we’re more than dreamers. We’re creators. Doers. Changemakers. And dreaming about the future is never enough, because we have the opportunity to create it. The horizon is our chance to make the impact we always knew was possible. And now? Now it’s your turn.

#6

Most Beautiful Campus

— The Princeton Review

21

Average Class Size

#9

Best Catholic Colleges in America

— Niche

Student SPOTLIGHT

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Taylor DeGuzman ’22

Communication Studies

“While visiting USD, I repeatedly heard how beneficial the small class sizes and 1-on-1 interactions with professors were for Toreros; they said it helped them feel ‘seen’ by their professors. Two years later, I know what they shared is true.”

“My professors are always pushing me to thrive — as a student and a person.”

Academics

Expand Your Outlook

At the University of San Diego, we commit to holistically developing our students through a liberal arts education. USD’s curriculum equips Toreros to engage in meaningful conversations, rooted in humility and a desire to understand others and ourselves more fully. Not to mention, our expert and accessible faculty members offer personal advising, mentoring and a multitude of office hours to make sure Toreros are achieving their educational, professional and personal goals.

The Pursuit Of Excellence

Become A Torero!

A Global Perspective

The World Awaits

Set at the edge of an international gateway, USD is uniquely positioned to provide Toreros with opportunities to push their boundaries and gain a global perspective. Offering 135 academic study abroad programs in 44 countries, it’s no surprise we’re consistently named one of the top 10 universities in the nation for undergraduate study abroad participation.

Student SPOTLIGHT

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Megan Shannon '23

International Relations Major

"When I learned about USD’s amazing programs, I was more than interested. I just loved how studying abroad seemed to be a part of the culture at USD. The community is so supportive of it."

"Studying abroad is something I always knew I wanted to do."

A Global Experience

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usd ipj session 3 wide

Active Citizenship

Toreros Make Big Impacts

Our commitment to fostering compassion, developing active citizens and fashioning a more humane world is key to who we are. At USD, Toreros get involved in the surrounding community, are immersed in field-based courses and delve into social venture design. As a Changemaker Campus, we strive to find sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing problems.

416K

Total Hours of Service

148+

Community Partners

6828

Students Involved In Service

Become A Torero!

Inclusive and Faith-Based

Contemporary Catholic Identity

The University of San Diego is a contemporary Catholic institution rooted in the principles of Catholic social teaching and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Toreros experience an inclusive and diverse faith environment where all are welcome and encouraged to explore what it means to be a seeker of truth.

Student SPOTLIGHT

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Tomy Vettukallel ’19

Business Administration

“Knowing the culture at USD is accepting of other faith backgrounds while still keeping its Catholic faith tradition as an essential element in the learning process made it easy to choose USD.”

“I’ve made so many friends through University Ministry and really found my home on campus.”

Inspiring Environment

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usd torero trek la sd

Plan Ahead

Find Your Purpose

USD’s Career Development Center supports students in developing and achieving career goals that lead to a meaningful life. We help students explore majors and learn how to articulate their unique qualifications and talents to the global community, while connecting and building professional networks with fellow Toreros and beyond.

94%

of graduates received first job offer within three months of graduation

93%

of graduates reported current position aligns with career goals

79%

of graduates participated in an experiential learning activity

— (such as an internship, research or community service)

Life As A Torero

Leave the past in the past.

Your future starts here.

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