San Diego State University (SDSU) is a leading public research university and a federally-designated Hispanic-serving Institution. Founded in 1897, SDSU offers an exceptional academic curriculum that provides its 36,000+ students with direct faculty contact and an international focus, preparing them for success in a global future. Situated just 30 minutes north of the U.

S. -Mexico border on Kumeyaay land, SDSU takes pride in its commitment to excellent teaching, meaningful research, and service to its regional and global communities. The university has a rich history and a promising future, marked by its five-year strategic plan We Rise We Defy: Transcending Borders, Transforming Lives, the development of SDSU Mission Valley, the expansion of SDSU Imperial Valley, the growth of SDSU Global Campus, and its dedication to campus diversity.

SDSU embraces its Native and Indigenous roots, formally recognizing the land on which it resides as Kumeyaay territory. With its inclusive opportunities and impactful initiatives, SDSU continues to deliver academic excellence, student success, and groundbreaking research, making a lasting impact on San Diego, the border region, and the world