The Division of Undergraduate Studies coordinates the undergraduate programs at the University and has general responsibility for academic standards affecting undergraduates. The Division is also responsible for the University Advising Center. The Division also administers the Thomas B. Day Freshman Success Programs, an Academic Affairs and Student Affairs partnership endeavor. The University Honors Program. Students with high academic ability will find this program offers them such advantages as small class size and challenging programs designed to develop their potential.
Students usually enroll in two or three honors courses each year, in addition to regular classes.
Also available for honors students are special advising in academic requirements and career options and the opportunity to participate in independent projects. California State University International Programs are designed for students interested in gaining firsthand understanding and appreciation of other areas of the world. This program offers juniors the opportunity to study abroad for one year at moderate cost, and earn credits toward graduation while remaining enrolled at the CSU home campus. Countries with institutions participating are Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and Zimbabwe. Courses taken abroad are listed on the SDSU transcript.