University of San Andreas ULSA

The University of San Andreas (ULSA) is a public university system spread across multiple campuses in Los Santos and Blaine County. With over 50,000 enrolled students, ULSA is considered one of the West Coast's most prestigious and selective universities. Its urban campuses also make ULSA the city's second-largest employer.

History

ULSA was established in 1891 when the Los Santos City Council designated funds to create the city's first public university. Originally named Los Santos College, its inaugural campus was built downtown near City Hall. Expansion to other districts and counties occurred throughout the 20th century.

In 1963, the university system was formally rebranded the University of San Andreas to reflect its growth beyond Los Santos. Major satellite campuses were opened in Davis, Del Perro, Rockford Hills, Paleto Bay and Sandy Shores during this era.

Today ULSA continues its rapid expansion with new residence halls, academic buildings and research facilities built every year. It attracts top students from San Andreas and abroad for its world-class reputation. 

Campuses

ULSA's main campus remains near Rockford Hills. This historic campus contains administration buildings, liberal arts programs, and ULSA Stadium. Other significant outposts include:

• Del Perro Campus - Overlooking the beach on ULSA Way, home to oceanic, environmental and healthcare programs. Its teaching hospital is one of the nation's finest.
• Davis Campus - Located among residential blocks, focuses on law, criminal justice and public policy programs.
• Rockford Hills - Prestigious business school and performing arts college situated on ULSA Drive.

Academics

ULSA contains over 300 degree programs across 12 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Numerous specialties rank highly worldwide, including the physics, computer science, medicine, law, business, and archaeology departments.

Admissions to ULSA are very competitive with only 20% of applicants accepted. Its student body hails from across San Andreas, the country, and over 100 nations worldwide. Campus life includes over 500 clubs/activities and renowned Division 1 sports teams.

Controversies

As a large urban institution, ULSA has grappled with crime, corruption and scandal over the decades. Campus police departments employ extensive security forces to monitor its expansive grounds. Fundraising improprieties, admissions bribery cases and research ethics violations have all plagued ULSA in recent years.

Student protests are commonplace on its activist-driven campuses in districts like Davis and Rockford Hills. ULSA's administration continues trying to reform the university's practices and reputation going forward.