1. Admissions Philosophy
The University seeks mature students who have the ability, preparation, and motivation needed to accomplish their academic, professional and personal goals. In keeping with the philosophy of integrative education, admission to the University is based largely on a process of personal interview and individual evaluation of relevant academic experience. Since the programs at the University are integrated and holistically oriented, the University seeks diverse students committed to promoting integration, compassion, personal responsibility and well-being in themselves and others. The San Diego University for Integrative Studies takes seriously its mission to formulate learning, which serves the larger society, as well as, the individual.
2. Admissions Process
Eligible persons may apply to the University at any time. New classes at the University begin throughout the quarter, therefore continuous registration is available to students. This means that an applicant may begin his/her program at virtually any time during the calendar year.
The first step in the admissions process is to arrange a personal interview with an Admissions Advisor. During the interview, an informal evaluation of the applicant's existing academic record will be made. The applicant will then be eligible to formally apply and conditionally enroll in a degree program. For applicants who are not able to appear in person for an interview, the interview may be conducted by phone, and the application for admission and enrollment agreement mailed to the University with the registration fees and initial tuition payments. All remaining admissions materials must be turned in within twelve (12) weeks, or one (1) quarter, of the enrollment date.
The University's admission policy is not competitive. The criteria for admission will be the applicant's academic preparation and his or her apparent orientation to an integrated education as presented in the statement of Admissions Philosophy. After the Registrar's review, the Director of Admissions will notify the applicant of official status.
Deadline for application: We have a year-round open registration that encourages potential students to begin their education without extended delays. You can submit your application for admission to SDUIS any time for the upcoming Quarter. Classes start in January, April, July and September. Upon receipt of your Application for Admissions, we begin a student file for you. As your admissions materials begin to arrive, your file is reviewed and you are notified of missing documents. Your application will be considered "conditional" until all required information is submitted. There is a one-time, non-refundable Application Fee that should be sent with the Application for Admission.