University of San Diego

Choosing a university is about more than academics. It's about the environment, the community and the quality of life. That's why we're proud that The Princeton Review's 2027 Best Colleges list ranked USD as the #1 Most Beautiful Campus in the nation, alongside top rankings for student happiness, health services, career support and more.

Explore how USD is lighting the way forward: https://www.sandiego.edu/newscenter/153482

A sweet treat🍦

Our annual Ice Cream Social brought faculty, staff and students together to cool off, connect and celebrate the campus community.

Thank you to Dr. Harris for hosting this fun summer tradition and to everyone who stopped by! ☀️

It’s just chic to be a Torero ✨

USD Volleyball Wins Gold at the 2026 FISU America Games - University of San Diego Athletics San Diego volleyball is coming home with gold. Competing as Team USA, the Toreros swept Chile 25-19, 25-12, 28-26 in Saturday's final at the 2026 FISU America Games, closing a five-match run through the tournament in which they never lost twice in a night and never needed a fifth set. Kylie Munday w...

Chargers to Return to Torero Stadium for Training Camp Practices - University of San Diego Athletics The Los Angeles Chargers will return to Torero Stadium for a pair of open training camp practices on Tuesday, Aug. 4 and Wednesday, Aug. 5, marking the second consecutive summer in which the NFL franchise has brought camp to the University of San Diego. Both sessions are scheduled from 10 a.m. to no...

Fall semester is almost here ⏳

On Saturday, USD held its 18th annual Wine Classic. The fundraiser supports the Alumni Endowed Scholarship Fund and has raised more than $1 million for student scholarships.

Azucena Lopez ‘26 spoke to attendees about how important scholarships are to students, and the transformational opportunities they afford.

“As a first-generation college graduate from a family of seven, the eldest of five siblings, I know first-hand the impact scholarships can have. For many students like me, the cost of college is often the deciding factor,” Lopez said. “Because of scholarships, I didn’t just earn a degree, I gained life-changing opportunities. I now stand as a USD graduate, whose future was shaped by the generosity of our alumni who keep faith in the trail blazing Toreros.”

To read more, visit the link in our bio and click on ‘USD News Center’

Happy Fourth of July 🇺🇸

As America marks 250 years, the commemoration of our nation's founding takes many forms. It's a celebration and also a time to reflect on our history, our progress and the important work that still lies ahead.

No matter where you are today, we hope you have the opportunity to spend time with the people who matter most, appreciate the freedoms we share and look toward a future built on love, compassion and community.

Looking for plans this summer?

The University of San Diego is proud to sponsor two spectacular evenings The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park this summer.

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🎼 The Music of John Williams — July 31 @ 7:30 p.m.

🌟 Tchaikovsky Spectacular — August 30 @ 7:30 p.m.

San Diego Symphony will perform iconic film scores and classical masterpieces on San Diego’s waterfront.

Visit our story to learn more and purchase tickets!

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom, resilience and the ongoing pursuit of justice.

As we reflect on the significance of this day, we are reminded of the power of hope and love in creating a more inclusive world.

“There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.”
— Amanda Gorman