Frequently Asked Questions

For undergraduate students, the Spring 2021 semester will begin on Monday, Jan. 25, and the last day of classes will be Monday, May 10. The last day of finals will be Wednesday, May 19. 

For graduate students, the Fall 2020 semester will begin Monday, Jan. 25, and the last day of classes will be Monday, May 10. The last day of finals will be Wednesday, May 19.

USD is working with San Diego County health officials to ensure that classrooms and other spaces support the safety of our community. We have reduced the number of students in classrooms to allow physical distancing as recommended by government officials. All community members are expected to wear face coverings in common areas, support physical distancing and maintain strong sanitation practices.

All classrooms have had seating reduced to allow for six feet physical distancing between desks/tables and chairs. Each classroom has a diagram located next to the door and on the podium in case any desks get moved.

If circumstances change and we move to a hybrid learning model, we will follow State, County and other appropriate health guidelines on how to deal with such outbreaks. Additionally, we are planning to have quarantine spaces for people who have been exposed but are asymptomatic.

All new students will continue to participate fully in an LLC or TLC in classes designed for students to participate remotely.

You should consult with your admissions counselor to gain a full understanding of the consequences of deferring your attendance.

International students should work with their counselor in the Office of International Students and Scholars to ensure that they will be able to attend classes in the fall in San Diego, or from home.

If your family has experienced change in finances, please review and submit the 20/21 Special Circumstances Appeal form. For additional assistance, email the Office of Financial Aid at onestop@ sandiego.edu.