The University of San Diego's Strategic Plan is a bold vision for the future, grounded in our Catholic mission and the enduring values instilled by our founders. With unwavering dedication to faith, academic excellence and community service, this plan seeks to elevate USD's identity among the world’s most distinguished Catholic universities. By honoring our past and embracing innovative approaches to education, research and service, we will cultivate a dynamic and inclusive academic environment that fosters intellectual growth, ethical leadership and global impact.
Lighting the Way to 2030
It is with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of responsibility that I present to you our new University Strategic Plan, Lighting the Way to 2030 — an ambitious and inspiring roadmap for our future.
Cornerstones
The Lighting the Way to 2030 Strategic Plan is built on a foundation of four core cornerstones — guiding principles that reflect our commitment to making a positive impact locally and globally.
Goals
Aligned with these cornerstones are our goals, which serve as the framework for our efforts to position USD at the forefront of Catholic higher education.
Milestones
As we work toward these goals, we track our progress through key milestones — achievements that mark our advancement and inspire us to light the way forward.