University of San Diego Description:
The University of San Diego is a private liberal arts university affiliated with the Catholic church. The university has a stunning 180-acre campus defined by its Spanish Renaissance architecture style and views of Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Beaches, mountains, desert and Mexico are all within an easy drive. The University of San Diego was awarded a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa for its strengths in the liberal arts and sciences. The USD Toreros (Bullfighters) compete in the NCAA Division I West Coast Conference.
Admissions Data (2011):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 48%
- GPA, SAT and ACT graph for USD
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 560 / 650
- SAT Math: 570 / 670
- SAT Writing: 570 / 660
- ACT Composite: 26 / 30
- ACT English: 25 / 31
- ACT Math: 25 / 28
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 8,201 (5,388 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 45% Male / 55% Female
- 96% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $38,582
- Books: $1,656 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $11,752
- Other Expenses: $3,096
- Total Cost: $55,086
University of San Diego Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 80%
- University of San Diego Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 77%
- Loans: 42%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $24,825
- Loans: $7,573
Most Popular Majors:
Accounting, Biology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, English, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
Graduation and Retention Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 88%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 60%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 73%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
University of San Diego Mission Statement:
mission statement from http://www.sandiego.edu/about/mission_and_vision.php
"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 dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service."
