Come and See invites admitted students to experience USD’s Catholic identity and vibrant faith community firsthand. Our February 15th event is designed specifically for Early Action and Early Decision admitted students and offers a focused introduction to University Ministry and our Catholic identity. The March 15th event provides a fuller experience for all admitted students, showcasing the many ways to grow spiritually, connect with campus ministry and explore what it means to be part of our Catholic community. Both events are meant to help you discover how USD supports your faith journey and fosters a sense of belonging.
Please note that these programs are only open to students who have been admitted for the Fall 2026 term.
- Early Access: Come and See
- Come and See
Join us for Come and See on Sunday, February 15th, 2026. This event will last from 3:30pm - 7:00pm. Featured activities include:
- Welcome and Invocation
- Student Panel
- University Ministry Staff and Student Reception
- Mass in Founders Chapel
Registration
Register for either Come and See event via the MySanDiego portal. After logging in to the portal, visit the Admissions-Admitted tab and look for the "Admitted Student Events" section. When registering, please note that you must use the email address you have on file with USD in order for your registration to be successful. (This will be the email address we have been using to contact you.) If you encounter problems when attempting to register, please: (1) make sure your pop-up blocker is disabled, (2) try another web browser and (3) clear your web browser cache. If you still cannot register, please give us a call so that we can assist.
If you have not yet retrieved your MySanDiego username and password, please use the "Forgot Username/Password" link on the MySanDiego login screen, under "USD Applicants."
Parking
Families are encouraged to park in the Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice Garage located on the west side of campus. Parking is complimentary on the weekends, so you will not need to obtain a parking permit. Check-in will be located in the Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice rotunda which is located one floor above the garage. If you’re attending the March 15th event, please bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen and a water bottle for the campus tour.
Accommodations
When arranging hotel accommodations, we recommend that you consider booking with Bartell Hotels. Owned and operated by an USD alumnus, Bartell Hotels offers discounted room rates to friends and visitors of USD and donates 10% of all total room costs back to the university in support of student scholarships. All eight Bartell Hotels are conveniently located near campus. To learn more about the special rates available to you during your stay, please visit www.usdpartnership.com or call call (800) 345-9995.