SDSU Merit Scholars

Academic Quality

At San Diego State University, you will be able to create the educational experience of your dreams. Our hundreds of highly ranked undergraduate majors, graduate, and doctoral programs will fuel your insatiable curiosity.

Student Spotlight

The number of resources available to me here at SDSU along with the lively community on campus is the main reason I chose to attend. Not only do I have a ton of professional development aids on hand, like faculty or clubs, but there are also so many social organizations and such to indulge in my personal interests. I love going to SDSU for the community and the incredible people I have met here.

Alexa Joy F.

'23, Biology

SDSU's Rankings and Distinctions

Research Opportunities

SDSU is designated as a "research university with high research activity" by the Carnegie Foundation. SDSU's professors work alongside students, providing them with the opportunity for learning beyond lesson plans. We also provide all students with opportunities for hands-on learning through research and experiments. This hands-on approach enriches the student experience and better prepares students for life outside of SDSU.

Student Spotlight

I love being a student at SDSU because it has a vast amount of student organizations and activities. There is always something new to try and endless ways to get involved! I am constantly meeting incredible people and building connections across campus and the community!

Carly H.

'22, Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

Diversity

The SDSU community strives to welcome people from all walks of life. We have cultivated a diverse population by welcoming and accepting everyone's social and cultural differences. Every student at SDSU takes a Diversity and Inclusion Pledge, which signifies their individual commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Our diversity has been recognized nationally as we are ranked No. 57 in the nation for ethnically diverse campuses (US News & World Report). SDSU is also one of the top 40 most LGBTQ+ friendly campuses in the nation (CampusPride), and we are one of the most military friendly campuses in the nation (Military Times Edge).

Division of Student Affairs & Campus Diversity

Weber Honors College

Merit Scholars are automatically admitted to the Weber Honors College.

The honors program builds upon SDSU's commitment to educate students for a global world. The program provides a distinctive learning community for students who seek creative, innovative, and responsible ways to understand and engage the international community. Students in the honors program benefit from small, discussion-based classes, one-on-one time with their professors, Honors housing, and the ability to study abroad for whatever length of time suits their schedule!

Check out the Weber Honors College to find out more about the benefits and requirements of the program.

We look forward to you joining our community!

Stacey Sinclair, Ph.D.Director, The Weber Honors CollegeBy joining the Weber Honors College, you get the best of all worlds: engagement in a small liberal arts college environment while taking advantage of the awesome opportunities provided by a large, diverse research university.

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