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Universities & Colleges in San Diego, California
by Janice Messali
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San Diego, California, can be a great place to attend college. San Diegans enjoy an average daily temperature of 70 degrees year-round. With mountains, deserts and 70 miles of beaches within a day's drive, recreational opportunities abound. San Diego is home to the famous San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, Scripps Institution of Oceanography and Sea World. Public transportation serves most of the area's colleges, universities and points of interest.
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San Diego State University
San Diego State University, the largest university in San Diego, was ranked one of the best national universities in 2009 by "U.S. News & World Report's" college guide. More than 150 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs are offered.
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182
(619) 594-5200
sdsu.edu
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University of California-San Diego
Undergraduate through postdoctoral programs are offered at the University of California-San Diego. Leadership and community service are part of the university's 425 student organizations. Student housing is available on campus or in nearby apartments.
University of California-San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive
La Jolla, CA 92093
(858) 534-2230
ucsd.edu
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University of San Diego
The University of San Diego, a private Roman Catholic liberal arts college, offers more than 60 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs. The university sponsors 17 NCAA intercollegiate teams. It prides itself on small class sizes and personal attention from instructors.
University of San Diego
5998 Alcala Park
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 260-4600
sandiego.edu
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Alliant International University
Alliant International University, a private school, prepares students for careers in professional psychology, education, management and forensic studies. On-site housing is available on the 60-acre campus.
Alliant International University
10455 Pomerado Road
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 635-4772
alliant.edu
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National University
Associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees are offered at the private National University, which is known for its one course per month format. Registration is offered year round and classes begin every month.
National University
Spectrum Business Park Campus
9388 Lightwave Ave.
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 541-7700
nu.edu
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Point Loma Nazarene University
Opportunities at Point Loma Nazarene University, a private, Christian, liberal arts university, include research, study abroad programs, mission trips, athletics and clubs. Graduate programs, including biology, business, education, nursing and theology, are offered at regional centers throughout San Diego. Residence halls are provided for freshmen students.
Point Loma Nazarene University
3900 Lomaland Drive
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 849-2200
pointloma.edu
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San Diego Community College District
The San Diego Community College District offers associate's degrees, as well as two-year arts and sciences programs that prepare students to transfer to four-year colleges. Three campuses serve about 10,000 students a semester. The campuses include City College, Mesa College and Miramar College.
San Diego Community College District
3375 Camino Del Rio South
San Diego, California 92108
(619) 388-6500
sdccd.edu