San Diego State University

With an enrollment of more than 35,000, San Diego State University is a major public research university that has become one of the most sought-after universities in the country, receiving more than 78,000 applications for the fall 2014 academic year. SDSU is the largest institution of higher education in the San Diego region and one of the largest in California. Renowned for its academic excellence, students at SDSU also participate in research, international experiences, sustainability and entrepreneurship initiatives. The university is home to 91 undergraduate majors, 78 master?s and 22 doctoral programs including top-ranking programs in education, international business, social work, biology and many more.

The mission of San Diego State University shall be to provide well-balanced, high quality education for undergraduate and graduate students and to contribute to knowledge and the solution of problems through excellence and distinction in teaching, research, and service. The university shall impart an appreciation and broad understanding of human experience throughout the world and the ages. This education shall extend to Diverse cultural legacies,Accomplishments in many areas, such as the arts and technology,The advancement of human thought, including philosophy and science,The development of economic, political, and social institutions, and the physical and biological evolution of humans and their environment.

Foundation year:1897
Short name:SDSU / State
Type:Public
Students:29970
Faculty:990
Faculty/Students Ratio:30:1
Region:North America
Location:San Diego, CA