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Best Things

  1. The beach
  2. The Sun God Festival
  3. Lots of diverse and intelligent people
  4. The Eucalyptus forest and talking trees
  5. Proximity to Mexico
  6. Located in a very safe and beautiful area
  7. Concerts in Price Center
  8. The Stuart Art Collection
  9. Coed inner tube water polo
  10. The sunshine

Happy Students

96% of students return after their first year.

Proven Success

86% of students will complete their education and graduate with a degree.

Easy Financial Aid Process

50% of students surveyed told us that the financial aid process went smoothly and they received the financial aid they needed.

Knowledgeable Professors

93% of students surveyed rated the general knowledge of professors as above average.

Low-Stress Course Load

70% of students surveyed rated the manageability of work as above average.

Big Dorms

59% of students surveyed felt that dorms were more spacious than average.

Help Finding a Job or Internship

51% of students surveyed said that the career center is very helpful and provides services to students beyond help landing a job.

Learn from the Best

98% of faculty have earned the highest degree in their field.

Help to Succeed

The school has academic and career counseling available to help you when you need it.

Get AP Credit

If you took AP classes in high school, you might be able to get college credit for them.

Work Part-Time During School

Employment services are available for students.

Help Getting Hired

Placement services are available to graduates.

Extremely Diverse

One of the most racially diverse campuses—73% of students are minorities.

Top Rankings and Student Raves About Them

Weather at University of California - San Diego

stephaniecarle

Nursing '15

3.8
B+

Sunny San Diego

The weather is very nice most of the time. Except when it's foggy, but it's not that bad.

Oct 30, 2011

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Academics at University of California - San Diego

julesaum

Biological Sciences '12

3.8
B+

Sleepless Nights

the course load is rigorous and challenging. You have to be very self motivated and disciplined. Office hours are key and there are loads of research opportunities.

Sep 08, 2011

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Local Atmosphere at University of California - San Diego

mikaelamcgee

International Relations and National Security Studies '09

4.6
A

Culturally Diverse Location

San Diego is a great place to be for graduate school. There are a lot of different activities for students of all cultures, backgrounds, and ages. It has been a fantastic experience so far. San Diego has not disappointed me yet; there is always something new and fun to do! There are so many cultures that merge in this city, which is evident in the various farmers markets, event centers, and weekend activities.

Feb 19, 2012

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