Research 1
SDSU has officially been classified as an R1 research institution, the highest distinction given in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
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Messaging
- SDSU is among 187 universities in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Among nearly 4,000 institutions classified, this places us in the top 5% of universities in the country.
- SDSU is among few R1 designated institutions that also have notable strengths in teaching and diversity coupled with designations as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The R1 designation reflects our collective commitment to advancing knowledge, discovery and societal impact.
- This achievement translates into enhanced opportunities for students including research involvement, internships and hands-on learning across all disciplines, and bolsters the value of SDSU degrees.
- R1 status enhances our ability to secure increased funding, attract talent and expand interdisciplinary collaborations.
- Having the R1 designation opens new doors for groundbreaking projects that can elevate our national and global reputation.
- As an R1 institution, we are poised to contribute even more to the overall success of our diverse student population and also the economic and social well-being of our region and beyond.
- Visit our dedicated R1 webpage for more information on what this achievement means and to explore how you can get involved in the exciting research happening across campus.
- R1 webpage