International Center

Engaging With Community Abroad

USD encourages students to engage with the local community through service and relationships while abroad. Participants in the Jamaica Summer Study Abroad Program become deeply engaged in the local Jamaican community and it affords students the opportunity to experience the complexities of the diverse island environment and wrestle with difficult issues related to power and privilege.

Celebrating 50 Years of Study Abroad!

LATEST NEWS: USD is #1 in Study Abroad

USD ranks 1st among national doctoral universities for undergraduate study abroad participation! [view full report]

Read the latest Inside USD story about the new ranking and what it means for USD students, faculty and staff. [read "Inside USD" story]

Internationalization as a Strategic Direction at USD:

Located on the Pacific Rim and just 22 miles from the Mexican border, the University of San Diego is optimally positioned for international activity. USD has been involved in international instruction, research, and service throughout the world for many years, and we're expanding our activities with an increased emphasis on the importance of global awareness for the entire campus community. One of USD's strategic directions specifically addresses the importance of internationalization:

Global Connections and Impact: The university will enhance its reputation and reach by strengthening its connections with local, national, and international communities and its contributions to improving the global human condition.