University of Saint Katherine

University of Saint Katherine
MottoInquiry Seeking Wisdom
TypePrivate college
Active2010–2024
PresidentFrank J. Papatheofanis
Students232 (Fall 2022)[1]
Location
San Marcos
,
California
,
United States

33°08′18″N 117°09′46″W / 33.1383015°N 117.1628937°W / 33.1383015; -117.1628937
CampusLarge suburban
ColorsMaroon & Sandstone
   
NicknameFirebirds
Sporting affiliations
NAIA – Cal Pac
Websitewww.usk.edu

The University of Saint Katherine (USK) was a private college in San Marcos, California. Founded in 2011 as Saint Katherine College, USK taught liberal arts and sciences in more than 25 fields of study. It changed its name to final namesake in November 2016, when it added graduate studies.

The institution closed in 2024 after financial shortfalls.[2][3] The winddown of operations is expected to be completed by July 31, 2024.[4]

  1. ^ "College Navigator – University of Sait Katherine - Enrollment".
  2. ^ Murga, Tammy; Robbins, Gary (2024-04-26). "The University of Saint Katherine announces sudden closure, filing for bankruptcy". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
  3. ^ Moody, Josh. "University of Saint Katherine Announces Closure". Inside Higher Ed. Retrieved 2024-05-01.
  4. ^ "University of Saint Katherine | Inquiry Seeking Wisdom". www.usk.edu. Retrieved 2024-05-27.