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Impaction at San Diego State University

SDSU is seeking to adjust the impaction criteria for several academic programs for the 2026-27 academic year. In all cases, the intention is to enable more pre-majors to migrate into their respective major of choice.

Summary of Proposed Changes and Supporting Documents

Please refer to the Preliminary Impaction Changes for 2026-27 document for a summary of proposed changes. This summary of proposed changes and the Notice of Public Hearing, which describes the proposed changes, will be distributed at the public hearings.

Virtual Public Hearings

Notice is hereby given that San Diego State University will hold public hearings to receive comments on the proposed changes to the impaction criteria for several academic programs for the 2026-27 academic year. The hearings will also enable attendees to learn more about how SDSU's first-year admissions criteria continues to evolve during this period of rapid change.

Any person may present oral comments at the public hearings. Persons with similar concerns or opinions are encouraged to choose one representative to speak. Time limitations on presentations may be imposed.

  • Monday, Feb. 24: 1-2 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 26: 1-2 p.m.
  • Friday, Feb. 28: 10-11 a.m.

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Other Stakeholder Updates

  • Monday, February 3: University Senate Undergraduate Council Subcommittee (Associated Students Representation)
  • Monday, February 10: Associate Deans
  • Wednesday, February 19: Academic Affairs Deans and Associate Vice Presidents

Public Comment and Submittal of Evidence

Individuals wishing to comment on the proposed changes are invited to submit their comments below.

To be evaluated and considered by campus personnel and the CSU Chancellor's Office, all written comments must be received by San Diego State University by Saturday, March 1, 2025. Late submittal of written comments or evidence will not be allowed or accepted.

Summary of Comments:
 
  • Appreciation of the assessment done leading up to the decision to remove biology from psychology impaction.
  • Changes for CJ and PA students will help more declare the major sooner.
  • Important to continue informing stakeholders at community colleges to ensure that they and prospective transfer students are aware of changes.

Contact

For additional information, please email us at [email protected].