Institute of College Initiatives
The University of San Diego Institute of College Initiatives introduces local, national, and international communities -- especially students and their families -- to the University, and provides academic and support services to assist student achievement.
In the News
USD Celebrates International Faculty Engagement, Two Impact Award Winners
// November 15, 2018
The University of San Diego opened the Nov. 12-16 International Education Week finding out its undergraduate study abroad program was ranked…
Undergraduate Students Present Projects at Aug. 9 Summer Research Colloquium
// August 8, 2018
One hundred thirty-two University of San Diego undergraduate students this summer have been spending much less time at the beach and more of…
McNair Scholars' 2017-18 Cohort Celebrated
// May 17, 2018
The 10th annual TRIO McNair Scholars Recognition and Awards Luncheon was a chance to celebrate a group of hard-working students in USD&rsquo…
Student Support Services Honors Students, Staff, Faculty
// May 17, 2018
Anytime is a great time to recognize the efforts of hard working, dedicated and supportive students. But it's extra special when the academi…
USD McNair Scholars Program Gets Five-Year Funding Renewal from U.S. Department of Education
// September 28, 2017
University of San Diego officials received confirmation from the U.S. Department of Education recently that funding for USD’s TRiO McN…
Upward Bound: Program at USD Boosts Local Students' College Preparation
// July 20, 2017
At the University of San Diego, learning does not end with graduation ceremonies and the start of summer. Rather, it comes alive with a new …
McNair Scholars Cohort Graduates Toward a Successful Future
// May 23, 2017
Jessica Noe distinctly remembers when she first learned about USD's Ronald E. McNair Scholars program. It was a day that completely changed …
Student Support Services: Family, Community, Home
// May 17, 2017
Family. Community. Home. These three words were repeated often inside the Hahn University Center Forums Tuesday night. These simple, but be…
Paying it Forward: MacDonald Community Scholarship Program Begins in 2017-18
// April 4, 2017
Scott MacDonald lost his father when he was young and grew up on a tight budget. When he applied for college he knew he’d have to pay …
Making the Connection at Summer Bridge
// August 24, 2016
Starting college, whether it's as a first-year student or a transfer student coming to a new institution, everyone's coming in the same way …
Class of 2016: SSS, McNair Scholars Feted at Banquets
// May 14, 2016
Graduation is a time to recognize hard work, determination and success. It’s also inspirational to see students honored for their acco…
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Institute of College Initiatives & TRiO
Hughes Center 202B
5998 Alcalá Park
San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: (619) 260-4686
Fax: (619) 260-7468
ici@sandiego.edu