The perfect environment
to make a big impact
Salt air and sunshine. Renowned faculty. The finest labs and resources. As one of the world's leading public research universities, UC San Diego attracts bold thinkers and creative achievers — the disassemblers of the everyday who come here to "Break Things Better."
Departments & MajorsCampus Statistics & Rankings
Set yourself up for success by embarking on a college adventure where you aren't just encouraged to study from a textbook, but to journey into the world and achieve exceptional things.
Top Ranked University
- 160+ undergraduate majors in a wide array of fields
- 26:1 student-to-faculty ratio
- Faculty honors include:
- Nobel Prize
- Pulitzer Prize
- National Medal of Science
- Academy Award
- Tony Award
- National Humanities Medal
- 650+ student organizations
- 30 NCAA Division II titles
Why the World Loves
UC SAN DIEGO
Hear from students who found their perfect academic match.
"The experiences and skills I’ve gained here are irreplaceable and cannot be found at any other campus: they are truly unique to the Triton experience."
John he/him | Political Science/History double major
"UC San Diego is a university that prides itself in research and innovation and, as a sociology student, research is an essential element of my work."
Stephanie she/her | Sociology major
"I love the ICAM major that is offered at UC San Diego. No other school in the UC system has that major."
Lamberto he/him | Interdisciplinary Computing and the Arts (ICAM) major
"I chose UC San Diego because I love the sunshine and ocean, and so I could study at Scripps Institution of Oceanography."
Maira she/they | Geosciences major
LOCATION
San Diego is much more than sunny skies and beautiful beaches. Discover what makes this seaside paradise the perfect environment to begin your journey to success.
UC SAN DIEGO COLLEGES
Experience the support of close-knit learning and living communities nestled within a bustling world-class institution. Each College has as much personality as its students.
Community and Culture
Life at UC San Diego is about activating your passions. There are hundreds of ways to have fun, stay active, gain skills and make friends.
EXPLORE CAMPUS
Tours are the best way to see UC San Diego's beautiful campus. Explore our tour options ranging from Triton Guided Tours, Virtual Tours, Group Tours, and Self-Guided Experiences.
Viewbook
Interested in learning more about life at UC San Diego? Get a glimpse into our top-notch academics, cutting-edge research, exciting student life and more in our Viewbook.
