In pursuing our mission and vision, USD seeks to achieve the following 10 milestones by the year 2030, further distinguishing the university as a leader among our peers.
Become the preeminent Catholic Hispanic-Serving Institution in the nation.
Implement a holistic approach to the health and wellness of our students, supporting their intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual health.
Design a university experience that intentionally supports veterans and military-connected students.
Enhance our dedication to high-impact educational practices and immersive experiences across the university.
Amplify the development of entrepreneurs, social innovators and Changemakers committed to ethical conduct, compassionate service and open inquiry.
Advance undergraduate education in the STEM fields that is grounded in the expansive vision of the liberal arts.
Create a strategic and comprehensive approach to enhance access to USD academic programs through distance education and international outreach.
Launch a new model of how an anchor institution attracts and provides greater access for low-income and first-generation students.
Achieve a ranking in the top 10 mid-major athletic programs in the country as measured by the Learfield Cup.
Complete the largest comprehensive capital campaign in the university’s history.