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University of San Diego - SAT Scores, Costs and Financial Aid

By Allen Grove, About.com

University of San Diego

University of San Diego

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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 (2007):

  • Percent of Applicants Admitted: 48.1%
  • Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile

Enrollment (2007):

  • Total Enrollment: 7,504 (4,932 undergraduates)
  • Gender Breakdown: 41.9% Male / 58.1% Female
  • 96.4% Full-time

Costs (2007 - 08):

  • Tuition and Fees: $32,564
  • Books: $1,380
  • Room and Board: $10,960
  • Other Expenses: $2,934
  • Total Cost: $47,838

University of San Diego Financial Aid (2006 - 07):

  • Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 70%
  • Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
    • Federal Grants: 11%
    • State / Local Grants: 10%
    • Institutional Grants: 65%
    • Loans: 33%
  • Average Amount of Aid
    • Federal Grants: $8,979
    • State / Local Grants: $9,233
    • Institutional Grants: $14,380
    • Loans: $5,866

Most Popular Majors:

Accounting, Biology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, English, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

University of San Diego Mission Statement:

mission statement from http://www.sandiego.edu/about/missiongoals/mission.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."

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