For over 75 years, USD has been a beacon of hope even in the most challenging of times. As a contemporary Catholic university ranked among the nation’s top 100 colleges and universities, we're committed to academic excellence. Guided by our mission, vision and core values, we develop multifaceted thinkers and scholars, equipped with both a curious mind and the skills to analyze the world from multiple perspectives. Students are taught how to learn, how to think critically and how to communicate across disciplines with integrity and compassion - skills that ensure success over the course of a lifetime. The future needs what we have here at USD. Let us help light the way forward for you and your future.