SDSU is the only university of the California State University system to be designated a “Doctoral University II” by the Carnegie Foundation.
SDSU’s American Language Institute is the largest university-based English as a Second Language (ESL) learning program in the U.S.
SDSU ranks number two among doctoral institutions nationwide for students studying abroad as part of their college experience, according to the Institute of International Education.
SDSU is the largest university in San Diego, and the third largest in California.
KPBS, which is owned and operated by SDSU, is rated among the top 10 public broadcasting stations located in the United States.
SDSU is ranked among the nations best undergraduate business programs according to U.S. News and World Reports.
SDSU is ranked #19 in the nation among universities for entrepreneurs in the U.S. by Entrepreneurs magazine.
SDSU is ranked #10 in the nation for bachelors degrees conferred to ethnic minorities.
Sample Academic Clubs
Advertising Club, American Marketing Association, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Field Biology Club, Hospitality and Tourism Management Association, Linguistics Student Association, Organization of Women in International Trade, Political Science Research Club, Pre-Law Society, Public Relations Student Society of America (PSSR), Student Nutrition Organization, Undergraduate Social Work Association
Best Places to Study
Love Library, East Commons, the grassy knoll around Scripp’s Cottage