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What is R1?

ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø has achieved R1 status, signifying its place among the top research universities in the United States. R1 status represents the highest level of research activity and doctorate production, reflecting ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø's dedication to excellence in both innovation and education.

Why R1 Matters

Being an R1 university means more opportunities for students, faculty, and the community. This designation elevates the prestige of ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø degrees, attracts more leading researchers and industry partners, and strengthens our capacity to solve global challenges through cutting-edge research.

Student views lab instruments
How ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø Achieved R1

In A Class All Our Own

"R1 universities are economic engines in their states and regions, with teaching, research and innovation that drive growth, foster entrepreneurship, and lead our graduates to prosperous jobs through partnerships with industries and government entities. This prestigious designation is not something for which we can apply, or that we can independently self-identify. It is one of the most preeminent acknowledgements recognizing the tireless work of our faculty and researchers and our students." - ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø President Adela de la Torre

What Makes ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø Research Different

Purpose-Driven Projects

Centering Community Impact

MAKE Project starts urban farm at ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø Mission Valley to provide job training and educational opportunities

Students at Our Core

Joint and Independent Doctorates

ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø has a really rich research community, a very diverse research community, and there’s a really big impact that that research has.
Noelle Abbott, Ph.D., '24
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Vice President for Research and Innovation
“Very few institutions can say they are as exceptional in their research, training, commitments to inclusion, and athletic success as ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø is. It is wonderful to be officially recognized as R1, in addition to our other accolades.â€

Get in Touch

We’d love to know how ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø research has impacted you.

ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø Division of Research and Innovation
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-8220

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Celebrate ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø's rise to R1 status!