University of San Francisco: Review & Facts

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University of San Francisco is a large four-year, private not-for-profit school with 9,690 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1855 and is one of the 15 colleges and schools located in San Francisco, California.

University of San Francisco is affiliated with Roman Catholic Church.

Academic Offerings

At University of San Francisco you can get your bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
88
University of San Francisco follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and provides 88 majors. The most popular concentrations are Nursing, Management, Psychology, Business, and Education. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a good sign. However, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at University of San Francisco is high at 81% (above California average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
81%
Good
The graduation rate at University of San Francisco is good - 72%.

Student to faculty ratio at University of San Francisco is pretty good -- 13:1. Read more information regarding faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are extremely high - around $55,000 a year. The additional fees at University of San Francisco (not included in tuition costs) are approximately $600; this totals $55,600 per year.

Read the details about University of San Francisco additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
71%
Doable
As reported in recent data, 23,103 applications were submitted and 16,444 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to enroll at this school.

The school will consider accepting your dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits for admission.

Read the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at University of San Francisco in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$11,300
High
University of San Francisco offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at University of San Francisco, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
C-
Unsafe
University of San Francisco provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 2,800 students, which offers a reasonable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is high - about $11,300 a year.

Army ROTC programs are available at University of San Francisco. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime information, University of San Francisco seems to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

University of San Francisco Location and Address

Postal Address:
University of San Francisco
2130 Fulton St
San Francisco, California
94117-1080, USA
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