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UC San Diego Named Nation’s 6th Best Public University by U.S. News & World Report

September 22, 2025

Holding strong at No. 6 among public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings, UC San Diego also earned four top-20 undergraduate program rankings and national recognition for supporting veterans.

UC San Diego Climbs to No. 20 in Nation, Holds No. 3 Public in Forbes 2026 College List

August 28, 2025

UC San Diego rose to No. 20 in Forbes' annual America's Top Colleges list, upholding its No. 3 spot among public universities for the fifth consecutive year.

UC San Diego Named No. 1 Best Public College for Research in New Washington Monthly Ranking

August 26, 2025

The University of California San Diego earned the title of No. 1 best public college for research in America in a new ranking released by Washington Monthly. The Best Colleges for Research ranking also positions the university at No. 6 among all research universities assessed nationwide.

Notes From Abroad: How We’ve Changed and What We’ll Carry

August 19, 2025

After a summer spent living and learning abroad, eight students reflect on how they’re returning home with more than souvenirs.

Notes From Abroad: Learning Hits Different Out Here

July 29, 2025

When students take their studies abroad—swapping lecture halls for international classrooms, historic landmarks, outdoor laboratories and innovative workplaces—learning becomes an experience shaped by new people, places and perspectives.

Notes From Abroad: First Impressions, New Adventures

July 15, 2025

One summer. New cities. Lasting memories. Eight UC San Diego students take us inside their summer adventures through their own stories and photos. Follow along with their journeys in a series of reflections recorded during their travels.

UC San Diego Once Again Ranked No. 6 on The Princeton Review’s Best Value Public Colleges List

July 3, 2025

The University of California San Diego upheld its No. 6 spot among the nation’s best public colleges for students seeking an excellent education and solid career preparation at an affordable cost, according to The Princeton Review’s Best Value Colleges for 2025 ranking.

Audacity, Resilience, Kindness: Student Commencement Speakers Reflect on Triton Journeys

June 10, 2025

Six students who lived, learned and triumphed through the UC San Diego experience will represent the Class of 2025 at All Campus Commencement by sharing words of inspiration as speakers. Get to know each student speaker and the stories behind their Triton journeys.

Students with Dependents Navigate College and Caregiving

May 22, 2025

Students with dependents—a class of students who identify as expecting or current parents, caregivers or guardians—face a host of unique challenges as they juggle responsibilities and the rigor of a UC San Diego education. Three scholars provide insight into the student-parent experience.
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