Meet Eighth College
As the newest College on the UC San Diego campus, Eighth is a great place to live, learn, and thrive! We invite you learn more about the Eighth College community and our educational ethos.
Academic Mission
An Eighth education focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to solving issues within the local community and beyond. Eighth's general education curriculum includes courses curated from departmental offerings that provide a broad knowledge base and an introduction to diverse intellectual traditions with an emphasis on community, wellness, anti-racism and social justice. The curriculum is anchored by a Critical Community Engagement course series that helps students build strong and honorable community relationships, locally and around the world.
Location
Eighth College students will call the Theater District Living and Learning Neighborhood home. Our College’s neighborhood (across from the La Jolla Playhouse & overlooking the La Jolla shoreline) promotes a sense of community and healthy living through physical, mental and social well-being by connecting with nature for learning, relaxation and recreation.
Traditions
Eighth College welcomed its inaugural first-year class in Fall 2023; the first transfer class will enroll beginning in Fall 2025. This is an historic opportunity for students to make their mark for generations to come by shaping the College’s community and traditions.
