Comprised of 10 core departments and schools, the University’s only International Studies Minor, and an interdisciplinary program, the College of Professional Studies & Fine Arts (PSFA) is recognized for bridging the college experience with the regional and global community by preparing its students for professional careers. Because of its dedication to and appreciation for traditional and non-traditional forms of scholarship and research, PSFA is uniquely positioned in the community to produce career-ready graduates. Interdisciplinary collaboration is the hallmark of the academic rigor of the College; undergraduate and graduate students are prepared to be creative, thoughtful and responsible leaders and citizens of our ever-changing society.

• AEROSPACE STUDIES

  Preparing future Air Force and Space Force leaders for a commission as a Second Lieutenant.

• Art + Design

  A hub for collaboration and innovation in visual art with a focus on social impact and ranked as one of the top 100 arts programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and Top Ten nationwide by College Factual in 2020.

• Communication

  Recognized as a top national program with bachelor's degrees in Communication and in Health Communication as well as a master's degree in Communication.

• Hospitality and Tourism Management

  Boasting strong industry ties, the School has a nearly 100 percent placement rate for its graduates

• International Studies Minor

  Open to undergraduate students in all majors of the University, the International Studies Minor prepares students for cross-cultural research and to work with greater confidence in a complex world.

• Journalism and Media Studies

  Preparing students for the society we envision for tomorrow, while modeling today the values of community engagement, ethical professionalism, diversity in a global world, critical reflection, and technology in service of the public good.

• Military Science

  In partnership with other universities and colleges in the San Diego region, prepares Cadets to serve as Officers and leaders in the Active Duty Army, Army National Guard, or Army Reserves, as well as in the professional business world.

• Music and Dance

  Embracing a full span of artistic evolution and innovation from chamber music to techno, jazz to Javanese gamelan, ballet to contemporary dance, the School educates 65% of San Diego’s music teachers.

• Naval Science

  Preparing graduates for commission as Ensigns in the Navy or Second Lieutenants in the Marine Corps; with potential for future development in mind and character to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship, and government

• Public Affairs

  Repeatedly named one of the top programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, and is listed among the top schools for undergraduate degrees by Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education

• Theatre, Television, and Film

  Home to the only school in the U.S. to offer an MFA in Musical Theatre, the future of this important and unique American art form is stewarded by this school.