San Diego State University Admitted Students Day: A Comprehensive Guide

Choosing the right university is a pivotal decision. San Diego State University (SDSU) understands this and offers various in-person and virtual events to help prospective and admitted students explore the campus, academic programs, and student life. These events, including campus preview days, tours, and workshops, are designed to provide insights, inspiration, and a sense of belonging.

Exploring SDSU: Campus Preview Days and Visits

Fall Campus Preview Days: Several campuses host these events every fall, providing prospective students and those admitted for the spring semester an opportunity to experience and explore CSU campuses.

Campus Visits: Deciding which CSU is right for you begins with a visit. SDSU offers both in-person and virtual campus tours to help you get a feel for the environment.

Cal State Apply Workshops

Many CSUs offer workshops, clinics, or presentations to assist applicants with completing their Cal State Apply application, ensuring a smooth application process.

Jackrabbit Decision Day: A Celebration for Future Aztecs

While the provided information mentions "Jackrabbit Decision Day" for SDSU, it appears to be related to South Dakota State University (SDSU). However, the description of this event provides a valuable framework for understanding the kind of experience SDSU aims to create for its admitted students.

Read also: SDSU Orientation: What to Expect

Imagine a day filled with:

Insights from University Leadership: Get a glimpse into the values and vision that drive SDSU.
Dynamic Classroom Observations and Tours: Witness the innovative and supportive academic environment.
Hearing from Campus and Community Members: Discover why San Diego State and its surrounding community are an excellent choice for your next adventure.
Celebrating Your Declaration: Join fellow future classmates in celebrating your decision to become an Aztec.

Planning Your Visit: Info Sessions, Open Houses, and Tours

SDSU offers a variety of information sessions, open houses, and tours to help you make the most of your visit. You can often add events to your planner by selecting the checkbox next to the event under each tab. This tool is for planning purposes only, and adding an item to your planner does not guarantee a seat in that session. Information sessions and tours are typically first-come, first-served, and some may reach maximum capacity.

Academic Colleges and Programs: A Deep Dive

SDSU boasts a wide range of colleges and programs. Here's a glimpse of what you can explore:

College of Health and Human Services (CHHS): Meet the Dean, Associate Deans, and Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and become acquainted with the CHHS and its seven undergraduate programs: foods & nutrition, gerontology, kinesiology, nursing, public health, social work, and speech, language, & hearing sciences.

Fowler College of Business: This session will highlight the programs and services the Fowler College of Business offers undergraduate students.

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College of Education: College of Education faculty and staff will share the two main pathways for teacher preparation at SDSU. Learn about the many programs that await you at the College of Education.

College of Sciences: The Associate Dean and Director of Advising for the College of Sciences will give an overview of the College, highlighting the academic and extracurricular opportunities available to students who are interested in Astronomy, Chemistry, Math and Statistics.

Exploring Specific Disciplines:

Criminal Justice: Explore the many careers and opportunities in the criminal justice field.
Earth and Environmental Sciences: Discover exciting classes on diverse and timely topics, rewarding career opportunities, field trips, and hands-on research experiences.
Urban Studies: This presentation describes the goals of the interdisciplinary Urban Studies program.
Design and Technology: This presentation will introduce students to the vibrant Design and Technology program within the School of TTF.
Acting and Musical Theatre: This presentation aims to introduce students to the variety of acting and musical theatre opportunities at San Diego State.
Advertising, Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations: This session introduces participants to innovative programs for Advertising, Journalism, Media Studies and Public Relations majors.
School of Art and Design: This presentation aims to introduce students to the School of Art and Design.
Liberal Studies: The Liberal Studies major is an interdisciplinary program specifically designed to prepare students for careers in education (K-8).

Student Life and Resources: Getting Involved

Associated Students (A.S.): Join current student leaders in Associated Students (A.S.) for an info session. Learn how to get involved through various A.S. jobs, volunteer opportunities, events, and facilities.

Student Affairs and Campus Diversity: Join Student Affairs and Campus Diversity team members for a meet-and-greet to learn about resources, services, and programs offered, including those for undocumented and mixed-immigration status students.

Center for Intercultural Relations: Join the Center for Intercultural Relations to learn about resources, services, programs, and signature events offered to support diverse SDSU students through a multicultural/multiracial lens.

Read also: SDSU Student Body Profile

Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center: Meet the Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center staff and receive an overview of VA education benefits for military, veteran, and dependent students, including military-related scholarships and the Cal Vet Fee Waiver.

Well-being and Health Promotion: Join Well-being and Health Promotion as we share all that SDSU has to offer to support your well-being during your SDSU journey!

EOP (Educational Opportunity Program): For first-year and transfer students accepted in EOP or interested in learning more about EOP. EOP provides free academic, transitional, and retention services to students from historically low socio-economic backgrounds throughout their academic experience at SDSU.

Henrietta Goodwin Scholars (HGS) program: The Henrietta Goodwin Scholars (HGS) program supports students of the African diaspora to achieve academic and social success during their college experience at SDSU.

SDSU Guardian Scholars (GS) Program: SDSU Guardian Scholars (GS) Program is a holistic support program committed to serving students who identify as current or former foster youth, wards of the court, under legal guardianship, or unaccompanied homeless youth by supporting their transition to, through, and beyond SDSU.

Black Transfer Student Success (BTSS) program: The Black Transfer Student Success (BTSS) program is committed to supporting students who have transferred from a community college or other universities.

Young Men of Color Alliance (YMoCA): Beat the heat with ice cream and cold refreshments as you meet the Young Men of Color Alliance (YMoCA) faculty and staff, and network with the YMoCA student club members.

Greek Life: Are you interested in joining a fraternity or sorority?

Study Abroad: Study, intern, and volunteer abroad programs are open to all SDSU students in all majors! SDSU’s global education opportunities (study abroad, intern abroad and virtual international programs) are open to all students in all majors!

Undeclared Students: Students who enter SDSU as undeclared students have access to academic and student life resources designed to support them in their first year of college.

International Students

This Workshop will provide international students with the opportunity to learn more about what it's like to be an SDSU Aztec and information regarding the steps to enroll. This workshop will provide information for international students needing an I-20 or transferring an I-20 to SDSU and the steps to making this process efficient. Are you a newly admitted international transfer student?

Unique Programs and Opportunities

Weber Honors College: This session is reserved for students who have been accepted into the Weber Honors College.

Lavin Entrepreneurship Center: Make the most of your entrepreneurial experience at SDSU by utilizing the opportunities available to you through the Lavin Entrepreneurship Center.

Leadership Studies: Learn about the Leadership Studies Major and Minor.

SDSU Spirit Squads: This informational workshop will cover all the opportunities to be involved in the SDSU Spirit Squads who perform at SDSU Athletics home competitions, in addition to various events that contribute to the school spirit of the university.

Sports at SDSU: A panel discussion to present the various ways that students at SDSU can enjoy participating in the sports they love. Panel will include representatives of the Intramural Sports, Club Sports, and Intercollegiate Athletics departments. Get all the details about activating your enrolled student membership, staying fit on campus, playing sports, participating in group exercise classes, joining a sport club team, weight training, swimming and earning college credit learning watersports, fitness, dance, martial arts, sports and adventure.

Compact of Success: This information session is for Sweetwater Union High School District (SUHSD) students and their families who are part of the Compact of Success program.

Advanced Manufacturing for Energy Device (AMED) Lab: The Advanced Manufacturing for Energy Device (AMED) Lab at SDSU specializes in advanced manufacturing for energy devices, focusing on conducting/semiconducting polymers and superconductors fabricated via oCVD, iCVD, and MOCVD.

SDSU Aero Lab: The SDSU aero lab consists of a Low Speed Wind Tunnel (E123), a Supersonic Wind Tunnel (E122D) and a Variable Pressure Water Tunnel (E121).

Next Steps: From Admitted Student to Aztec

Welcome to SDSU! Now that you have been admitted to the university as a first-year, what will you need to do next in order to become an Aztec? Are you an admitted student from outside California? Join your Admissions Counselors to learn about the steps to finalize your enrollment and become an Aztec this fall. Calling all Transfer students! Do you have any remaining questions? Take a moment to reflect on your day. Connect with your peers and current SDSU transfer students and staff from the Center for Commuter Life. Welcome to SDSU! What do you need to do next in order to become an Aztec?

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Financial Aid: The 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are available.
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Affordability and Financial Aid

SDSU ranks among the top 50 best value public colleges, according to The Princeton Review in 2024. This ranking is based on strong academic programs, affordability, and favorable career prospects for graduates.

Important Considerations for Out-of-State Students

Under California law, most out-of-state students cannot establish residency to waive nonresident tuition at SDSU. You must prove that you have moved to California for reasons other than your education.

Admission Decisions and Appeals

Admission is based on self-reported information from your Cal State Apply application. Allow up to three weeks for processing after documents have been sent to SDSU. If you are denied admission, or if you miss an admission deadline, it is unlikely that our decision will be reversed with submission of an appeal unless you have serious and extenuating circumstances.

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