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University of San Francisco

2130 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117

Website: University of San Francisco

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Evening view of Saint Ignatius Church, University of San Francisco
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University of San Francisco School Description

Welcome to the University of San Francisco, one of the country's most diverse universities in one of the world's most exciting cities. Whether you are a prospective student, an alumnus/a, or are looking to join our faculty or staff, I encourage you to browse our Web site to learn about the many exciting educational and service opportunities here.

USF is committed to becoming internationally recognized as a premier Jesuit Catholic, urban university with a global perspective that educates leaders who will fashion a more humane and just world.

The core mission of the University is to promote learning in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. The University offers undergraduate, graduate and professional students the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as persons and professionals, and the values and sensitivity necessary to be men and women for others.

The University will distinguish itself as a diverse, socially responsible learning community of high quality scholarship and academic rigor sustained by a faith that does justice. The University will draw from the cultural, intellectual and economic resources of the San Francisco Bay Area and its location on the Pacific Rim to enrich and strengthen its educational programs.

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University of San Francisco

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The University of San Francisco (USF) is a selective, private, Jesuit university located in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1855, USF is established as the first university in San Francisco and the second oldest institution for higher learning in California.

USF's main campus is located on a hilltop in a setting between the Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park and is equidistant from the Pacific Ocean and the San Francisco Bay. USF's nickname is "The Hilltop," appropriately named since the campus is located at the peak of one of San Francisco's major hills. USF's close historical ties with the City of San Francisco are reflected in the University's motto, Pro Urbe et Universitate (For the City and University).

USF's 8,500-member student body is composed of students from seventy-five countries, and is ranked in the top 15 national universities for student diversity and international student enrollment. The University is known for its public service efforts (McCarthy Center), its world-renowned Center for the Pacific Rim (Asian and American Studies), and its nationally recognized graduate programs in the fields of law, business, nursing, and environmental management.

History

Founded as Saint Ignatius Academy by the Italian Jesuits Rev. Anthony Maraschi, Rev. Joseph Bixio, and Rev. Michael Accolti in 1855, USF began life in a wood frame building along Market Street in what later became downtown San Francisco. A charter from the state of California in 1859, signed by governor John B. Weller. The school's name changed to Saint Ignatius College and the State of California granted it the power to confer degrees. The original curriculum included Greek, Spanish, Latin, English, French, Italian, algebra, arithmetic, history, geography, elocution, and bookkeeping. Father Maraschi, apart from being the college's first president, was also a professor and the college's treasurer; and served as Saint Ignatius Church's first pastor.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Roman Catholic
Size:
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Dons
Nicknames:
USF, USFCA

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
5,241
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 31,180
Students Receiving Aid:
69%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 55
Selectivity:
Selective
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University of San Francisco Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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University of San Francisco Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 65%
Men 35%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 43%
Asian 21%
Other 17%
Hispanic 13%
African-American 6%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 64%
Out-of-State 36%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
California 64%
Hawaii 6%
Washington 4%
Oregon 2%
Massachusetts 1%
Percent of Students International: 8%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 28%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (Western Athletic Conference)
Baseball (Western Athletic Conference)
Track (Western Athletic Conference)

University of San Francisco Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 31,180    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 30,840    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 340    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 4,441 19%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 7,497 17%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 15,105 54%  
Student Loans:
 $ 4,956 53%  
Any Aid:
   69%  

University of San Francisco Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 67% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 91%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 502, Math: 510
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 610, Math: 620
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 30%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 22, Verbal: 22, Math: 21
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 27, Verbal: 27, Math: 26

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 55.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Recommended
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on University of San Francisco

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Question: What do you think of the University of San Francisco?

Please tell me what you think of it because i am thinking of transferring to it from La Salle University Philadelphia.
33 months ago
Summer
Summer

Best Answer

It's a really nice campus ... with a very good medical program. That's all i remember about the campus :)
auggie33
auggie33

Question: University of San Francisco, how good of a school is it?

What is it like? how are the academics, social life, surronding areas etc. anything helps
36 months ago
sunshine_today
sunsh...

Best Answer

Do a couple of years at the California Community Colleges first. If you are a California resident, the tuition at a community college is ridiculously cheap--I moved a few years ago, but at the time I lived there a class was only $11 a unit. So a typical 3 credit college class was only $33 for tuition. Get an AA or AS and then transfer.
figojonny
figojonny

Question: University of San Francisco - How Religious?

I was wondering how religious University of San Francisco is and whether it is a conservative school or not. I'm gay and not very religious and I was wondering how that would go over there. I understand it's in SF, but that doesn't mean anything - University of Portland is one of the country's most conservative and Portland is a very liberal city...
42 months ago
Walter E
Walter E

Best Answer

Have a friend who went there - very liberal, just as irreverent as you'd expect being in SF. NO Bible thumpers there.

Photos

  • Evening view of Saint Ignatius Church, University of San Francisco
    Evening view of Saint Ignatius Church, University of San Francisco [source]
  • War Memorial Gym interior
    War Memorial Gym interior [source]
  • San Francisco Dons logo
    San Francisco Dons logo [source]
  • Satellite photo of the campus, with Malloy Hall under construction
    Satellite photo of the campus, with Malloy Hall under construction [source]
  • Joe Rosenthal at Mount Suribachi, Iwo Jima
    Joe Rosenthal at Mount Suribachi, Iwo Jima [source]
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    Lone Mountain campus [source]
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    image:Usflogo.png|USF academic logo [source]
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