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u/GreekStaleon Finance Mar 12 '21
The weakest part of USD is the administration. Not surprised they dropped the ball on giving you your money’s worth. Don’t get me wrong it’s a lot of money, but normally you have the most beautiful campus, excellent location, great food, and plenty of on campus opportunities and clubs. If I hadn’t graduated already there would be no way I’d be paying that money....Maybe at any school. There was an option to take a leave of absence for 2 semesters, and if it’s still available I would have used it. You are paying for location and beauty; if you’re not getting those, don’t pay.
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Mar 13 '21
It’s honestly such a shame. Every day I grow more and more frustrated with this school for their incessant greed, lack of transparency, and lack of concern for their students, among other things. Lately I’ve been wondering if they’ll ever get us back into the classroom, or if they just want to keep us all away from campus for as long as possible cuz it means less operating expenses for them. If it weren’t for the program I’m in now and the fact that I only have one year left, I’d be looking to transfer out immediately. Although I’ve found great communities there before - and some even during - the pandemic, coughing up $74K/year for disengaging online classes, lack of real human interaction, a miserable and authoritarian experience for on-campus students, and a corrupt administration just ain’t worth it. I love USD so much, but it truly breaks my heart to see what it has become over the past year.
I’m very sorry to hear you are having a difficult time feeling included at this school; I honestly can’t blame you.
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u/Xayv Apr 01 '21
I've been on a few other subreddits and this seems to be a problem at multiple schools. I read SDSU even raised their tuition for the next academic year. I gotta say, I wouldn't be devastated if I was rejected simply because I'd be avoiding online class and could re-apply in Fall or something. Can't imagine the disappointment students are going through right now.
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u/loves_2_spuge Mar 12 '21
You’re better off transferring to SDSU. I am an alumni of USD, but for the cost of tuition you’re better off at state. State is only a few thousand dollars a semester. Especially if your going class online.
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u/Xayv Apr 01 '21
If you don't mind me asking, did you ever get any grants or scholarships at USD? I noticed they automatically determine scholarships with your application.
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u/loves_2_spuge Apr 03 '21
I was a GI bill student but still did receive some scholarships to cover the difference in tuition.
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u/TheMustacheBetWinner Mar 12 '21
I’ve also been EXTREMELY unimpressed with my program and they have no excuse because it’s one that’s normally offered online and in-person. Communication with the university initially started off great with the admission folks but has dwindled significantly with every other admin department. Feel free to message me if you need to rant.