The Liberal Arts at USD
Since its founding in 1949, the University of San Diego has remained committed to the liberal arts tradition.
We believe in the power of interdisciplinary learning and challenge students to see the ways in which all subjects are ultimately interconnected in our society. Ultimately, the liberal arts teach students how to learn, how to think and how to communicate across disciplines, thereby ensuring success long after graduation. A liberal arts background enables one to be a multifaceted thinker and scholar: to develop a curious mind with the skills to analyze the world from myriad perspectives.
College and Schools
A University of San Diego education is founded on the pursuit of academic excellence. Students choose from undergraduate and graduate degree programs from the seven schools and college that comprise the University of San Diego.
Choose Your Path
By the Numbers
22
Average Class Size
15:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
1,109
Faculty Members
Faculty Office Hours
Casual Conversations with USD Professors
Leadership Studies
Lea Hubbard
An avid swimmer, Lea Hubbard, PhD, professor and chair of the Department of Leadership Studies, shares her thoughts on emerging leaders within the education field.
Electrical Engineering
Ernie Kim
Ernie Kim, PhD, a professor of electrical engineering, has seen many changes on the University of San Diego campus in his almost three decades here. For Kim, teaching gives him the opportunity to connect directly with students, including having them over for Thanksgiving dinner!
Political Science and International Relations
Del Dickson
Out of his office, Del Dickson, PhD, a professor of political science and international relations at the University of San Diego, spends his time cycling, collecting campaign buttons and thinking about his research. In his office, Dickson's primary focus is on providing support to students.
USD 75 Year Anniversary
Lighting the Way Forward
Since its founding in 1949, The University of San Diego has prepared generations of Toreros to lead inspired and meaningful lives.