Quick Summary
University of San Francisco, in San Francisco, United States, is a private (jesuit) that has shaped higher education since 1855. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9212 students including 15.2% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Nursing, Law, Business Administration, it maintains an acceptance rate of 71%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier location in San Francisco, Jesuit values of social justice, diverse student body, and proximity to tech/finance hubs.
Subject Strengths
NursingLawBusiness AdministrationPsychologyInternational Studies
Founded1855
TypePrivate (Jesuit)
Total Students9212
Intl Students15.2%
Faculty Ratio13:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size55 acres
Affiliated HospitalsUCSF Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, California Pacific Medical Center
AccreditationWASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Professional Certificates
Programs
Education, Nursing Practice, Psychology, Law (JD)
PhD Programs
Master of Science in Management, Master of Public Health, Master of Science in Nursing
Online Programs
Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service, Center for Business Studies and Innovation in Asia-Pacific
Research Centers
High
Research Output
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate71%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.4
GREOptional for most graduate programs
GMATOptional for most business programs
SATTest-Optional
ACTTest-Optional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on personal statements reflecting commitment to social justice and community service; USF values holistic review.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$61,260/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$24,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$38,400/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$85,760/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailablePresident's Scholarship, Dean's Scholarship, Hilltop Scholarship, Black Student Success Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$27,000
Financial AidFederal Pell Grants, FAFSA, Work-Study, Institutional Grants
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Professional Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Finance | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Marketing | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$78,500
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh placement in Silicon Valley and San Francisco Financial District
Industry Connections
SalesforceGoogleAppleKaiser PermanenteDeloitteOracle
Notable Alumni
Gordon Getty, Bill Russell, Paul Otellini, Alejandro Toledo
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Koret Health and Recreation Center, War Memorial Gymnasium, Benedetti Diamond
Student Clubs
Over 100 organizations including ASUSF Senate and International Student Association
Library Resources
Gleeson Library, Geschke Learning Resource Center, Zief Law Library
Exchange Programs
Available in 45+ countries through the Center for Global Education
Summer Programs
Available