Recognized as one of the top 15 research universities worldwide, our culture of collaboration sparks discoveries that advance ... society and drive economic impact. Everything we do is dedicated to ensuring our students have the opportunity to become changemakers, equipped with the multidisciplinary tools needed to accelerate answers to our world’s most pressing issues. UC San Diego is also know for: #1 for Women Graduates in STEM - According to a study by BestColleges.com, UC San Diego is 1st in the nation for enrolling and graduating the most women with majors in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). In addition, UC San Diego's proportion of STEM graduates is three times the national average. Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality - In 2018, UC San Diego was named a "Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality" by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, the educational arm of the nation's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer civil rights organization. See more of our records and achievements here https://go.ucsd.edu/2jjvYri. read more