The campus of Design Institute Of San Diego is in San Diego, CA, which is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Design Institute Of San Diego include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Design Institute Of San Diego is known for its programs in design.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2007-2008, Design Institute Of San Diego had 457 students enrolled (225 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are female.
More complete details are provided below.
Design Institute Of San Diego
8555 Commerce Ave
San Diego, CA 92121
General Phone: (858) 566-1200
http://WWW.DISD.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 94 | interior design |
Number of programs and degrees for Design Institute Of San Diego in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 94 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Design Institute Of San Diego had a total enrollment of 457 students (225 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 12% |
| Women | 88% |
| Full-Time | 75% |
| Part-Time | 25% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 4% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 26% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Diego, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 83 | 48 | 58% | 48 | 100% |
| Men | 7 | 6 | 86% | 6 | 100% |
| Women | 76 | 42 | 55% | 42 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,700 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Design Institute Of San Diego participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2298000)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $60,000 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $60,000 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Design Institute Of San Diego Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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