Reasons for Giving

Bright, adventurous students define UC San Diego—one of the nation's most accomplished universities, widely acknowledged for its local impact, national influence and global reach.

With higher education's share of state revenue declining each year, UC San Diego must increasingly rely on private support to attract the most talented students and offer them an outstanding college experience, one that is also highly regarded by graduate schools, employers, and educational and scientific organizations.

By clicking on the links below, you'll learn what gives our generous donors the impetus to give and the impact their gifts have on the students of UCSD.

Meet Our Students: UC San Diego and our students rely on private gifts to spur achievement—and progress. What motivates these generous donors? Learn more here.

Meet Our Donors: Hear how scholarship support has made a world of difference to our students during their time at UC San Diego, and beyond.

Student Thank You Letters: Read what our students had to write about the support they’ve received from generous donors.

Ready to give? Please contact us at (858) 534-0263 or at stuaffairsdev@ucsd.edu. You may also give now by accessing our secure online giving page.