University of San Francisco campus

credit : Michael Fraley | license

University of San Francisco

  • 8/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 0 reviews
#11 Best Private Colleges in California
Overview Admission Cost Majors Diversity Outcomes Salaries Location Compare Reviews Admission Calculator

Overview

Total enrollment

8,913
University of San Francisco overview
University of San Francisco overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

The University of San Francisco, a private Jesuit institution founded in 1855, occupies a hilltop campus in the heart of San Francisco's Inner Richmond district. The university's urban setting provides direct access to the city's cultural and professional opportunities while maintaining a distinct campus environment marked by a mix of traditional Gothic and contemporary architecture. USF maintains its Catholic intellectual tradition while serving a diverse student population through undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in nursing, business, and data science. The campus features residence halls primarily housing first- and second-year students, while many upperclassmen live in university-owned properties or private housing in surrounding neighborhoods. As a member of the West Coast Conference, USF competes in NCAA Division I athletics, with men's basketball and soccer among its prominent sports programs.

See my Chances for Admission

Ratings

USF is rated within the top 22% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    8 out of 10
  • Academics
    9 out of 10
  • Resources
    9 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    8 out of 10
  • Value
    7 out of 10
Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for University of San Francisco within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

Learn how rankings are calculated

Admissions

Admission Standards

Difficult
University of San Francisco admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1190/1390
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 25/30
  • GPA 3.57

Acceptance Rate

61.7%
University of San Francisco applications overview
  • Applications Due Jan 15, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 6%
  • Application Fee $70

Applicant Competition Low

Very Low
Low
Average
High
Very High
Extreme
View Admission Requirements

Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$60,492
Costs for University of San Francisco
Fee Cost
Tuition $60,492
Books and Supplies $500
Other Fees $572
Room and Board $19,764
Budget for Other Expenses $4,028
Total One Year Cost $85,356
View Tuition & Financial Aid Details

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$70,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

70% within 6 years
View Post Graduation Outcomes

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of San Francisco are Business, Social Sciences, and Health Professions. 34% of students major in Business, 15% in Social Sciences, and 11% in Health Professions.

  • Business 34%
  • Social Sciences 15%
  • Health Professions 11%
  • Communication 8%
  • Psychology 5%
View All 47 Majors

More Colleges to Consider

Students considering University of San Francisco are frequently interested in these similar colleges.

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=122612.

GPA calculator: University of San Francisco GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026