UC San Diego is widely recognized as one of the nation's top research institutions.

Our young and vibrant university has a rich heritage of innovation. Get the facts on our academic rankings, student statistics, funding, faculty, role in the local economy ... and some historical facts that may surprise you. Learn more about UCSD.

Explore the world and pursue your dreams through award-winning career programs, international study and travel, leadership development, and community service.

Meet others through on-campus housing, commuter student connections, great places to eat, or over 400 student organizations. Work out in our state-of-the-art exercise facilities and see leading artists and entertainers ... all while you enjoy San Diego's fabulous weather, beaches, and other attractions. Jump into campus life.

We hope you'll visit UC San Diego in person! Come for the day, or plan to stay longer. You may find it difficult to leave our striking city and campus.

• We'll give you directions to campus.
• Find your way around with the campus map.

Come tour our beautiful 1,200-acre campus. Current UCSD students lead tours Mondays through Saturdays for prospective students and their families. School groups can tour weekdays. On Sunday afternoon, visitors enjoy walking or bus tours that point out our most notable features. Find out more about student tours or visitor tours.