University of San Diego

University of San Diego is very difficult to get into. Around 53% of applicants get into University of San Diego each year. Out of 14,334 applications received in 2023, 7,541 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to University of San Diego, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 12/1 and the application fee is $55.

Students who apply to University of San Diego for fall should anticipate a decision by March 1.

University of San Diego Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of San Diego's admissions stats.

University of San Diego 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	4.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	30%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

University of San Diego Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of San Diego.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	12 1	March 1

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Considering Applying Early to University of San Diego?

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University of San Diego does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of San Diego Admissions

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How To Get Into University of San Diego

USD is a very difficult school to get into. USD evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, USD accepted 53% of students, around 7,541 from the 14,334 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like USD, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of San Diego

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of San Diego

University of San Diego has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of San Diego?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of San Diego

Wondering what factors are considered by University of San Diego during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of San Diego for more information on admission factors.

University of San Diego 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of San Diego, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of San Diego's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of San Diego?

Students admitted to University of San Diego have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 35% submitted a class rank. At University of San Diego 30% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 68% were in the top 25% and 96% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of San Diego, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	57%
3.75 and 3.99	20%
3.50 and 3.74	16%
3.25 and 3.49	5%
3.00 and 3.24	1%
2.50 and 2.9	1%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of San Diego directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of San Diego is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to University of San Diego

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of San Diego.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 1. Applicants should hear back by June 15.

Transfer students can enroll in University of San Diego during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of San Diego Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of San Diego?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of San Diego.

Does University of San Diego accept transfer credits?

✅ University of San Diego accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of San Diego accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of San Diego accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of San Diego accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of San Diego?

✅ University of San Diego is not test optional.

What is University of San Diego's acceptance rate?

✅ University of San Diego's acceptance rate is 53%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of San Diego?

❌ University of San Diego does not offer early decision.

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