Sunny Southern California's Finest City

San Diego, the seventh largest city in the U.S., is a collection of communities with a population of 2.6 million people. Situated at the southwestern coastal tip of the United States, San Diego is approximately two hours from Los Angeles and only 20 minutes from Mexico.

San Diego is known for its temperate climate -- the average year-round temperature is 740F/230C (average high in July is 770F/250C and 650F/180C in January).  There are many beaches in San Diego, and plenty of water sports such as surfing, sailing, fishing and diving.  Drive a few miles and the view changes from beaches to high mountains to desert. Hiking and bicycling are very popular in San Diego, as are snow sports such as skiing and snowboarding.  It seldom rains during the year, and most days are sunny and clear.

Sightseeing
You really need more than a day or two to truly appreciate all the area has to offer.  Our top five suggestions are: Balboa Park, Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, our beautiful beaches, and Old Town.

Shopping
Many regional malls are located minutes from campus, and there are plenty of unusual shops in the various neighborhoods of San Diego.  La Jolla, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, and Tijuana, Mexico offer hundreds of small specialty shops.

Entertainment
Movie theaters are located within 10 minutes of campus.  Many national Broadway shows are featured here, as are noted classical, jazz, rock, salsa, and country musicians.  There are dozens of clubs and cafes.  The daily San Diego Union-Tribune or The Reader can be consulted for up-to-the-minute listings.