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ABOUT SDSUFounded in 1897, San Diego State University is a public institution of higher education in southern California. Part of the 23-campus California State University system, SDSU is one of the largest universities in the state with more than 33,000 students.

SDSU continues to gain recognition as a leader in higher education. It is currently ranked in the top 150 national universities and in the top 75 public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of America’s Best Colleges.

OUR CAMPUSOtherwise known as Montezuma Mesa, our campus is a place where mission-style buildings are spread over 280 acres of lushly landscaped grounds intercut with hills and canyons. Although the campus is large, you can walk across campus in just 20 minutes. SDSU is northeast of downtown San Diego, just off Interstate 8 and conveniently located along the San Diego Trolley Green Line.

VISIT SDSUJoin us on campus by scheduling a tour at www.sdsu.edu/ campustour. Can’t make it to campus? Take a virtual tour any time at www.sdsu.edu/ virtualtour.

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SDSU

Petco Park

Downtown and Gaslamp Quarter

Qualcomm Stadium

(Aztec Football) Fashion

Valley Mall

San Diego International Airport

Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo

Coronado

Sea World

Mission Bay Aquatic Center

Mission Beach

Pacific Beach

Ocean Beach

Sunset Cliffs

Point Loma

La Jolla Cove Scripps Birch Aquarium

Lake Murray

Mission Trails Regional Park

Convention Center

SAN DIEGOThe second largest city in California, San Diego is a thriving cultural, scientific, and educational center. Our proximity to the Pacific Rim and Mexico and our diverse regional population provide opportunities for valuable work and learning experiences.

Known for its near-perfect climate, miles of sandy beaches, and fun- filled waterfront activities, our region is home to a wide range of industries, from engineering and biotechnology to agriculture and tourism. The hustle and bustle of the Gaslamp Quarter and downtown neighborhoods is complemented by the charming and eclectic beach towns of Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, and La Jolla.

With all the amenities for living, working, and playing, it’s no wonder San Diego is nicknamed “America’s Finest City!” Learn more about San Diego at www.sandiego.org.

San Francisco

Los Angeles

SAN DIEGO

Sacramento

Santa Barbara

Monterey

Yosemite

Redwood National Park

Lake Tahoe

CALIFORNIA

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HOW CLOSE?10 miles .........Beaches10 miles .........Downtown50 miles ........Mountains75 miles ........Deserts95 miles ........Disneyland120 miles ......Los Angeles350 miles .....Phoenix500 miles .....San Francisco

2 mi

5 km

Trolley Line

Neighborhoods and Attractions

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FAST FACTS33,778students enrolled, including 29,046 undergrads and 4,732 grads

No. 3 in the West of best affordable colleges according to Great Value Colleges

88students have received Fulbright awards, making SDSU a top producer in Fulbright winners

No. 7nationally for ethnic diversity according to U.S. News and World Report

No. 8 among public universities for undergraduate entrepreneurial programs according to U.S. News and World Report

$815Mraised in the Campaign for SDSU to support scholarships, endowed professorships, academic programs, new campus buildings, and athletics

No. 9in the nation for the number of students studying abroad, in the latest Institute for International Education’s Open Doors report, with a record number of 2,660 students studying abroad

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MAJORS

ARTS AND LETTERS• Africana Studies• American Indian Studies• Anthropology• Asian Studies• Chicana and Chicano

Studies• Classics• Comparative

International Studies• Comparative Literature• Economics• English• European Studies• French• Geography• German• History• Humanities• International Business• International Security

and Conflict Resolution• Japanese• Latin American Studies• Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual

and Transgender Studies• Linguistics• Modern Jewish Studies• Philosophy• Political Science• Religious Studies• Russian• Russian and Central

European Studies• Sociology• Spanish• Sustainability• Urban Studies• Women’s Studies

At SDSU, we are committed to creating educational opportunities that contribute to intellectual development and equip you to succeed in a global society. All incoming students receive a four-year plan giving them a clear road map to graduation.

Find the plan for your major at www.sdsu.edu/mymap. For more information about majors, emphases, and minors, visit www.sdsu.edu/majors.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION• Accounting• Entrepreneurship• Finance• Financial Services• Human Resource

Management • Information Systems• Management• Marketing• Real Estate

EDUCATION• Child and Family

Development• Liberal Studies (for

elementary teachers)

ENGINEERING• Aerospace Engineering• Civil Engineering• Computer Engineering• Construction Engineering• Electrical Engineering• Environmental Engineering• Mechanical Engineering

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES• Athletic Training• Foods and Nutrition• Gerontology• Health Science• Kinesiology—

Fitness Specialist and Pre-Physical Therapy

• Nursing• Public Health • Social Work• Speech, Language, and

Hearing Sciences

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES AND FINE ARTS• Art• Communication• Criminal Justice

Administration• Dance• Hospitality and Tourism

Management and Recreation Administration

• Journalism and Media Studies—Public Relations, Advertising

• Music• Public Administration• Television, Film, and

New Media• Theatre Arts

SCIENCES• Astronomy• Biology• Chemical Physics• Chemistry• Computer Science• Environmental Sciences• Geological Sciences• Mathematics• Microbiology• Physical Science• Physics• Psychology• Statistics

UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES• Undeclared

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PREPROFESSIONAL PROGRAMSAre you interested in attending a professional school after graduation? SDSU’s preprofessional programs are not majors, but help prepare you to continue your studies in the following career fields:

• Predental• Prelegal• Premedical • Preoptometry

You may learn more about a preprofessional program by contacting the program adviser. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu/preprof.

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• Prepharmacy• Prephysician Assistant• Preveterinary

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STUDENT SUCCESSWEBER HONORS COLLEGEAs one of SDSU’s most academically engaged undergraduate students, you will benefit from small, discussion-based classes and innovative teaching techniques which promote inquiry and discovery. Study abroad opportunities and residential community experiences in the Weber Honors Residential College enable you to reach beyond the boundaries of your academic major.

To learn more about the requirements and applying for the Weber Honors College, visit www.sdsu.edu/honors.

RESEARCHIf you’re driven by the thrill of discovery, prepare to conduct research alongside history-makers at SDSU. Our students, faculty, and alumni have been part of research teams that advance the commercialization of potential clean energy solutions, use fruit flies as a model to identify important pathways that promote the repair of the nervous system, and establish successful businesses on a regional, national and global scale.

To read these stories and more, go to newscenter.sdsu.edu and click Research.

STUDY ABROADJoin more than 2,600 students each year who experience the excitement and rewards of studying in another country. SDSU offers nearly 400 study abroad programs in 67 countries. These programs offer you the opportunity to learn a new language, experience a different culture, build your resume, and increase earning potential.

Visit www.sdsu.edu/studyabroad to find the right program for you.

CAREER DEVELOPMENTSDSU strives to help all students find their dream careers through a multitude of internships, career services, and mentoring programs. SDSU also offers extensive internship programs including the Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) Internship Program, which connects students with businesses in the San Diego area or with departmental internships on campus.

SDSU’s Career Services hosts multiple career fairs throughout the year to connect students with on- and off-campus employers. Career Services also aids students in developing and refining their resumes and interviewing skills. Explore the available resources at career.sdsu.edu.

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ADMISSIONSFRESHMAN ADMISSION CRITERIASDSU attracts highly qualified students each year. The average high school GPA for fall 2017 admitted freshmen was 3.87 with an average SAT (evidence-based reading and writing, and math) score of 1229 or ACT score of 26.8.

You can apply as a freshman as long as you haven’t graduated high school, but are on track to graduate with a high school diploma by spring 2018, or you haven't taken any college-level courses beyond the summer after your high school graduation. Before you apply, visit the online application guide at www.sdsu.edu/freshmanapplicant and then apply at calstate.edu/apply between October 1 and November 30, 2017 for fall 2018 admission.

Your application is evaluated based on:1. Your Eligibility Index (a calculation of your GPA and SAT/ACT scores)2. Completion of the “A–G” college prep curriculum3. Your intended major

ELIGIBILITY INDEXThe eligibility index is based on your GPA and your scores on either the SAT (evidence-based reading and writing, and math), or the ACT. Neither writing scores nor subject tests are considered for admission. For more information on the eligibility index, visit www.sdsu.edu/eligibilityindex.

Calculating your GPAFor the SDSU admissions application, your high school grade point average is calculated on all “A–G” courses completed after ninth grade. This means it may be different than the GPA* on your high school transcript. Refer to www.sdsu.edu/eligibilityindex to learn how to calculate your GPA.

Calculating your Eligibility Index Once you have calculated your GPA, refer to the formula on www.sdsu.edu/eligibilityindex to calculate your eligibility index.

INTENDED MAJORAll majors have more applicants than available slots (the CSU calls this impaction). During admission, we rank applicants within each major, rather than overall. Music, dance and theatre arts (performance) applicants will receive further instructions from the department regarding additional requirements.

Admission to nursing is a highly selective process. Freshman nursing applicants will be ranked by their GPA on college preparatory courses, SAT/ACT scores (see SAT/ACT information under Eligibility Index), and grades in high school intermediate algebra, biology and chemistry with a lab.

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A–G COURSESAs a first-time freshman applicant, you must earn a C- or higher in the following 15-unit “A–G” pattern of college preparatory courses:A. Social Science—2 years

Must include 1 year U.S. history and government.

B. English—4 yearsAcceptable courses must include substantial reading of classic/modern literature and writing of structured papers.

C. Mathematics—3 years (4 recommended)Acceptable courses include algebra I, geometry, and algebra II.

D. Laboratory Science—2 years Must include 1 year of a biological science and 1 year of a physical science.

E. Foreign Language—2 years or demonstrated equivalent competence Both years must be in the same language.

F. Visual and Performing Arts—1 yearMust be a year-long course in visual art, dance, drama/theatre, or music. May complete two semester-long courses from the same discipline.

G. Electives—1 yearSelect from English, advanced mathematics, social studies, history, laboratory science, agriculture, or foreign language.

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TRANSFER ADMISSION CRITERIASDSU accepts transfer applications* only from upper-division transfer students who have completed 60 or more transferable semester (or 90 or more quarter) units by the end of the spring term prior to enrolling at SDSU for the following fall semester.All applicants will be admitted on a space-available basis and will be ranked on how closely they meet the five requirements below. An additional overall GPA may be required.

Transfer Admission RequirementsAs an upper-division transfer applicant, you must meet the following minimum requirements by the end of the spring** term prior to enrolling at SDSU for the following fall semester to be considered for admission: • Complete a minimum of 60 or more transferable semester (or 90 or

more quarter) units. • Complete a minimum of 30 units of General Education courses.• Complete with a C- grade or higher, the following General Education

courses, known as the “Golden Four.” For detailed information about the Golden Four, visit www.sdsu.edu/transferapply.

a. Oral Communicationb. Written Communicationc. Critical Thinkingd. Mathematics

• Meet the GPA*** required for your major at www.sdsu.edu/majorgpa.• Complete all major preparation courses listed in the SDSU General Catalog.* SDSU does not accept transfer applications from lower-division students with fewer than 60 transferable

semester units nor for a second bachelor’s degree except in nursing. ** Upper-division nursing transfer applicants must complete all nursing prerequisites by the end of the fall term.*** If you have prior SDSU coursework, you must maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA for any SDSU Regular Session, Special

Session, Open University, or Cross Enrollment coursework. This is in addition to the major GPA requirement.

ADMISSIONS

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HOW TO APPLYSDSU’s application filing period is October 1 to November 30 for admission the following fall. Before you apply, visit the online application guide at www.sdsu.edu/transferapplicant and then apply at calstate.edu/apply and designate San Diego State University as your campus of choice.

ONLINE SDSU SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONTransfer applicants must submit the mandatory online SDSU Supplemental Application on the SDSU WebPortal in January 2018.

Admission is based on self-reported information. SDSU will verify this information against your official transcripts after you are admitted.

ADMISSION STATUSAdmission decisions will be available via your SDSU WebPortal account starting in March. Be sure to set up your SDSU WebPortal account at www.sdsu.edu/portal in December to view your admission status.

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Transfer Pathways When you apply to SDSU as a transfer student, you must select the major that you are going to pursue. For a complete list of majors offered at SDSU, visit www.sdsu.edu/majors. When you are considering which major to choose, review the transfer admission requirements carefully as some majors have special instructions.

After you have selected a major, determine which pathway you will follow for admission. The following pathways are offered at SDSU:

• Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)• Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG)• General Transfer Pathway

For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu/transferapply.

Online Resources• SDSU Admissions—www.sdsu.edu/transferapply• Transfer Admission Planner—www.sdsu.edu/tap• ASSIST—www.assist.org• Major Academic Plan—www.sdsu.edu/mymap• SDSU General Catalog—www.sdsu.edu/catalog

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COST OF ATTENDANCEYour college education is a valuable investment in your future. With the increasing cost of higher education across the country, it is important to make informed choices to make this investment affordable for you and your family.

We want you to understand what your costs will be so that you can make important decisions as you prepare for the next step in your education.

COST CALCULATORSDSU’s Net Price and Cost Calculator helps you estimate your eligibility for undergraduate federal grants and loans and the approximate net price you and your family should expect to pay using your own funds. Visit www.sdsu.edu/ costcalculator for more information.

UNDERGRADUATE COSTS (2017–18)California Residents

Nonresidents (out-of-state)

Basic Tuition and Fees

$7,460 $7,460

Nonresident Tuition*

$0 $11,880

On-Campus Food and Housing** $15,966 $15,966

Total*** $23,426 $35,306

For the most up-to-date figures, or for information on graduate tuition and fees, refer to www.sdsu.edu/admissions/fees.

* Nonresident tuition is based on 15 units each semester at $396 per unit.

** All first year students who graduate from high school outside of SDSU’s local admission area in spring of 2018 will live on campus for two years. Be sure to review the on-campus food and housing payment schedule at www.sdsu.edu/housing. This estimate is based on a double room and the Flex 7 meal plan. Your total cost and payments will vary depending on the meal plan and room type you are assigned.

*** Plan for additional expenses that will increase your cost of attendance. For undergraduates, we estimate the average annual cost of books and supplies to be $1,854, transportation to be $1,494, and personal expenses to be $1,450. If these amounts match your personal situation, then add them to the overall cost of attendance listed above.

Cost of Attendance Note: The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028-66028.6 of the Education Code).

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PAYING FOR YOUR EDUCATIONGet an overview of how to pay for your education at www.sdsu.edu/ admissions/fees and the financial aid process at www.sdsu.edu/ financialaid. Once you have applied for aid, access AidLink at www.sdsu.edu/AidLink to check on the status of your financial aid application.

FINANCIAL AIDAny time after October 1, you can apply for financial aid—don’t wait until you are admitted to the university! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is all you need to be considered for federal grants, student and parent loans, and work study. Apply online at www.fafsa.gov using SDSU’s Federal School Code of 001151.

DeadlinesMarch 2 is the Cal Grant deadline and we encourage all students to complete the FAFSA by this date. Be sure to check AidLink to determine if you need to submit additional documentation and for the priority evaluation deadline.

IRS Data RetrievalWe strongly recommend that you use the IRS Data Retrieval process when submitting your online FAFSA. Actual income and tax information is automatically transferred from the IRS to your application reducing errors and the need to follow up for additional information.

Types of Aid

Federal Pell Grants: Pell Grants are awarded based on financial need and do not have to be repaid.

Loans: Federal loan programs allow you to borrow funds for your education that you will repay after graduation at a low interest rate. A freshman may borrow up to $5,500 in federal loans. Parents may borrow up to the total cost of attendance after passing a credit evaluation for a Federal Parent PLUS Loan. Alternative loans, offered by private lenders, are more expensive. Borrow your limit in federal loans before seeking a private loan.

Work Study: The Federal Work Study program is a part-time employment program for students with financial need. You may contact the SDSU Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships to learn more about eligibility requirements.

Cal Grants: California residents may be eligible to receive a Cal Grant, which is free money for college. Apply by submitting the FAFSA (www.fafsa.gov) and the GPA Verification Form (www.csac.ca.gov) by March 2.

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SCHOLARSHIPSA scholarship is a monetary award usually given to students based on their achievements and qualifications.

Types of Scholarships

SDSU Scholarships: SDSU scholarships are competitive and each requires a separate application. Most are due in early February, but it is strongly encouraged to apply for SDSU scholarships as soon as you have applied for admission to the university. First, search for scholarships at www.sdsu.edu/scholarshipsearch. Then submit your scholarship application, essay, and any additional materials. Review the application and eligibility requirements in each scholarship’s description for more details.

Academic departments may offer additional scholarships, fellowships, and traineeships.

External Scholarships: We encourage you to apply for as many scholarships as possible. External scholarships may be awarded to students at any university. They are managed by organizations other than SDSU.

Scholarship Resources • Start your search by visiting

www.sdsu.edu/scholarships.

• Ask about scholarships from your parents’ workplaces or your church or civic organization.

• Try scholarship search engines such as www.scholarships.com and www.fastweb.com. But BEWARE of people or organizations wanting to charge you money. Searches should ALWAYS be FREE!

• Prestigious national scholarships are listed by SDSU’s Office of National Scholarships and Fellowships at oas.sdsu.edu/dus/scholarships. 17

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HOUSINGLiving on campus at SDSU means freedom from frustrating commutes, costly utility bills, and daily meal preparation. All of the SDSU residential facilities are furnished and provide a number of amenities to make your on-campus living experience a positive one. The SDSU residential communities provide a strong support network within your living environment and the opportunity to establish close-knit friendships. Learn more at housing.sdsu.edu.

TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENTFirst and second year students who live in SDSU campus housing are proven to academically out-perform their peers who live off campus. Research shows that the average GPA is 11 percent higher for residential students and 13 percent higher for students living in learning communities.

Because of this proven success, the SDSU Sophomore Success Program was created, which enables program participants to receive customized career development support, flexible guest, meal and roommate policies, and enhanced safety and security. For more information about the Sophomore Success Program, visit www.sdsu.edu/sophomoresuccess.

All first year students who graduate from high school outside of SDSU’s local admission area in spring of 2018 will be required to live on campus for two years.

ABOUT THE ON-CAMPUS RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIESSDSU’s residence halls and apartments are on the east, west, and south ends of campus, all within walking distance of classes. All halls are co-ed with same-gender rooms and bathrooms with some offering gender inclusive housing assignments. All upper-division apartments offer gender inclusive assignments.

RESIDENCE HALLSEach residence hall has a front desk, lounge, recreation room, study room, vending machines, and laundry room. Each room in traditional residence halls also includes a MicroFridge (microwave, mini-refrigerator combination unit). Suites have kitchenettes and mini-refrigerators. While the majority of first year students will live in triple-occupancy rooms based on our inventory, we also offer limited quad, double, and single rooms.

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APARTMENTSEach apartment complex includes a community office/center and on-site laundry. Each apartment has a full kitchen with microwave, stove/oven, and refrigerator, as well as a community space. We offer double and single rooms in 1-, 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom apartments.

In all facilities, rooms are furnished with a bed, drawers, desk, chair, and a wardrobe or closet for each resident. Each room or apartment also includes wireless, high-speed Internet access, and all utilities at no additional charge. You will need to bring your own towels, bedding, desk lamp, and personal items.

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Residential Learning Community Options

• Adventures in Surfing and Sustainability

• Army, Navy, Air Force ROTC

• Business

• Dance

• Discover San Diego

• Emerging Leaders

• Future Education Professionals

• Health and Healing Professions

• Journalism and Media Studies

• Journey Into Entrepreneurship

• Men Engaging in Technology and Science (METS)

• Nursing (must be a direct admit to the Nursing program)

• Physical Fitness (P-Fit)

• Pre-Law Community

• Pride House

• Toltec House for Undeclared Majors

• Visual and Performing Arts

• Weber Honors Residential College (must be accepted into the Weber Honors College)

• Women and Gender Equity (WAGE)

• Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE)

MEAL PLANSFrom Aztec markets and grills to campus eateries, you’ll enjoy more than 30 dining locations across campus. Get meal plan information and pricing at www.eatatsdsu.com, where you can also find daily menus, special events, nutritional information, and FAQs.

RESIDENTIAL LEARNING COMMUNITIESIf you live on campus during your freshman year, we recommend you choose a Residential Learning Community. The choice is yours—but know that being an active member in a Residential Learning Community will help you do well academically and make your transition smoother.

Residential Learning Communities are designed to assist you in your transition from high school. Each community is created around a theme or major with a focus on citizenship, scholarship, leadership, and diversity.

Benefits of Residential Learning CommunitiesThe advantages to Residential Learning Communities are numerous. Both national research and SDSU research indicate that students in residential learning communities:

• have higher GPAs than students who do not live in residential communities.

• are more connected to campus and report a better college experience.

• are more likely to stay at the same college and to graduate.

HOUSING

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STUDENT LIFERED AND BLACK GOES GREENSDSU has been recognized by the Sierra Club and The Princeton Review for its sustainability efforts, which includes GreenFest. GreenFest is a week of environmentally themed activities culminating with a festival and concert. The most recent green project was the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, which was designed to LEED Platinum standards. The student union is the hub of campus life and home to the Aztec Lanes bowling alley, the ARC Express, and several eateries. To learn more, visit as.sdsu.edu/union.

AZTEC NIGHTSWe kick off each semester with a few weeks of on-campus nightlife to help you become part of the SDSU community. More than 16,000 students attend Aztec Nights events, which include a carnival, charity dance marathon, free concerts, comedy acts, bowling and more. Check out the fun events for this year at as.sdsu.edu/aztecnights.

GET INVOLVEDSDSU has more than 300 student organizations that are run by Associated Students (AS). AS is one of the largest student governing bodies in the CSU system with an operating budget of over $20 million. AS gives students the opportunity to get involved and to have their voices heard. Find out more about how to participate in student government or start your own organization on campus by visiting as.sdsu.edu.

RECREATION

Get in ShapeThe Aztec Recreation Center (ARC) is a state-of-the-art fitness center featuring group exercise classes, intramural sports, a rock climbing wall, and certified personal trainers. Even better—membership is free if you live on campus. Find out more at arc.sdsu.edu.

Go for a SwimTake advantage of San Diego’s year-round beautiful weather at the Aztec Aquaplex. The facility boasts a 50-meter lap pool, a heated recreational pool with beach entry, and a hydrotherapy spa. The Aquaplex is equipped with lounge chairs, lounge rafts, kickboards, pull buoys, and water basketballs and volleyballs. Visit the Aquaplex website at arc.sdsu.edu/aquaplex.

Find AdventureChallenge your physical and mental limits with day or weekend outdoor excursions through Aztec Adventures. You can go whale watching, rock climbing in Joshua Tree, backpacking through national parks, and more. Find your adventure at aztecadventures.sdsu.edu.

Attend Class Outside Earn SDSU credit in kayaking, rowing, sailing, surfing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, and windsurfing. Instructional and recreational water sports classes are offered at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center. Visit www.mbaquaticcenter.com to discover more about the center.

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ATHLETICS When you enroll at San Diego State, you become part of 120 years of tradition. And no tradition is stronger than Aztec school spirit! San Diego State University claimed three Mountain West and one Golden State championship titles in 2016–17. With that kind of athletic muscle, you will be proud to join the sea of red and black in the stands of every game. Sports are only one part of the college experience, but they have a unique way of bringing together our 33,000 students from across campus and 300,000 alumni from around the world.

SDSU students are admitted FREE to all Aztec athletic events with a current RedID card. See www.goaztecs.com for details. We want you to share in the excitement of SDSU sports and our pride in being a top school for athletics in the west.

DIVISION I TEAMS

Men’s Sports • Baseball• Basketball• Football• Golf• Soccer• Tennis

INTRAMURAL/CLUBWant to participate in sports on a competitive or recreational level? Join an intramural league with friends or sign up independently.

A variety of indoor and outdoor sports are offered throughout the year. Here’s a sample:

• Basketball• Dodgeball• Flag Football• Indoor Soccer• Innertube Water Basketball• Innertube Water Polo• Kickball• Outdoor Soccer• Softball• Tennis• Ultimate Frisbee• Volleyball• Whiffleball

For a complete list of intramural and club sports go to arc.sdsu.edu/intramurals.

Women’s Sports

• Basketball• Cross Country• Golf• Lacrosse• Rowing• Soccer• Softball• Swimming & Diving• Tennis• Track & Field• Volleyball• Water Polo

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TIMELINEOCTOBER 1–NOVEMBER 30Apply online at calstate.edu/apply

OCTOBER 1–MARCH 2Apply for financial aid by filing the FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov

NOVEMBERLast month to take the SAT or ACT

DECEMBERSet up SDSU WebPortal account at www.sdsu.edu/portal

JANUARYDeadline for transfer applicants to submit the online SDSU Supplemental Application

EARLY FEBRUARYDeadline to apply for SDSU scholarships at www.sdsu.edu/scholarships

MARCHAdmission decisions available on the SDSU WebPortal at www.sdsu.edu/portal

MARCH 1The Housing License Agreement is available

MARCH 17Explore SDSU Open House www.sdsu.edu/exploresdsu

MAY 1Deadline to submit Intent to Enroll deposit, official transcripts, test scores and Housing License Agreement (if applicable)

JUNE 30Transfer deadline to submit final college transcripts, including spring grades

JULY 15Freshman deadline to submit final official transcripts, including spring grades

JULY/AUGUST New Student Orientation

LATE AUGUSTFall semester begins

CONNECTApplicants from California (619) 594-6336 (855) 594-6336 Toll [email protected]/admissions

Applicants from other U.S. states (619) 594-3983 (855) 594-3983 Toll [email protected]

International Applicants(619) 594-1847 [email protected]

Sign up at www.sdsu.edu/mysdsu to receive important information about the admission process and student life at San Diego State University.

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