City features:

San Diego is located in Southwestern California. Known as “America’s Finest City,” San Diego boasts over 100 kilometers of magnificent beaches, mountains up to 2,000 meters, and the best year-round climate in the United States. San Diego’s average temperature is 21° Celsius, with mild winters and perfect summers. With an average of nine hours of sunshine per day and less than 30 rainy days per year, San Diego has countless outdoor recreational activities – on the beach, in the city, or in the nearby mountains. As California’s second-largest city and the eighth largest city in the United States, San Diego is full of life and culture. San Diegans are relaxed, friendly, and active people of very diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Study Abroad in San Diego – Leisure Time
San Diego is known worldwide as a popular tourist destination and offers something for everyone! Some famous must-sees include the San Diego Zoo, Sea World and the Balboa Park, home to a variety of museums and cultural venues including the Rose Garden, Orchid House, and a replica of the London Globe Theater. For lovers of American history, the Cabrillo Monument marks the southern tip where the first Spanish settlers landed and is a recommended national landmark. The former aircraft carrier the USS Midway has been converted into a museum and is worth a visit as well.

San Diego’s beach neighborhoods (Ocean Beach, Mission Beach, and Pacific Beach) are particularly popular and invite you to surf, dive, snorkel, swim, or sail year round. The beautiful district of La Jolla in the north of San Diego offers tide pools, shopping, fine dining, and beautiful hikes and views. Downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter offers exceptional nightlife, from rooftop bars to late-night clubs and unique world cuisine.
But not only San Diego has a lot to offer – whether day trips, weekend trips or longer holidays – do not miss to get to know California and Mexico better!

Address in La Jolla, USA:

University of California San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive
La Jolla, USA

Population:

1,400,000

Closest Airport:

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Sightseeing:

Balboa Park, Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Coronado Island, Safari Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, Mission Bay, Cabrillo National Monument, Little Italy, Seaport Village, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, Torrey Pines Glider Port, etc.

Shopping:

Downtown Area, Outlet Malls (e.g. in Carlsbad), Fashion Valley Mall, Westfield

How to get to university:

Public Transportation (trolley, bus, and UCSD shuttle), by car, ride share (Uber, Lyft)

Housing On-Campus:

There is no on-campus housing available for international students.

Housing Off-Campus:

1100 - 1975 Off campus housing options include near-campus apartments, homestay, and hotels. Information on suggested housing options can be found on our website. Near-campus housing prices range from $1,100 - $1,975 for 4 weeks depending on whether the student has a private or a shared room.