University of San Francisco
San Francisco, California · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$41,431
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
70.1%
Admission rate
62%
Undergrad size
5,287
In-state tuition
$60,492
Out-of-state tuition
$60,492
Cost of attendance
$80,141
Median earnings (10y)
$89,812
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,295
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 83.7%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (21%), social sciences (20%), health (20%).
- STEM18%
- Health20%
- Business21%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences20%
- Trades & services3%
- Business20.9%~1,107 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions19.6%~1,038 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Social sciences10.4%~551 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology9.4%~499 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication6.8%~358 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~306 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science5.3%~282 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~177 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~169 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~169 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture2.7%~141 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.1%~113 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~93 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.1%~60 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.7%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology0.1%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 474 | $91,668 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 380 | $117,274 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 354 | $56,390 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 270 | $31,146 | $24,315 |
| Law. | First professional | 223 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 209 | $54,832 | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 202 | $126,023 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 201 | $60,883 | $24,347 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 200 | $61,400 | $24,602 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 190 | $33,560 | $23,250 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 190 | $50,188 | $21,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 187 | $46,557 | — |
| Data Processing. | Master's | 163 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 162 | $101,719 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 146 | $41,755 | $23,250 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 145 | $79,314 | $22,792 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 144 | $63,672 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 119 | $32,329 | $24,905 |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master's | 102 | — | — |
| Economics. | Master's | 86 | $58,064 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 82 | $55,038 | — |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 80 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 78 | $42,058 | $25,000 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 77 | $36,738 | $24,508 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 73 | $38,767 | $23,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 70 | $24,617 | $23,125 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 68 | $88,409 | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 68 | $62,161 | $21,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 67 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 67 | — | $22,812 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 62 | $61,959 | $24,660 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 60 | $76,025 | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Master's | 57 | — | — |
| Biotechnology. | Master's | 57 | $73,663 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Master's | 56 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Master's | 53 | $63,560 | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 52 | $41,193 | $26,500 |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 52 | $52,399 | $25,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 51 | $53,553 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 50 | $34,349 | $26,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of San Francisco
University of San Francisco is a large institution located in San Francisco, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 5,287 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Social sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of San Francisco — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $41,431 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $60,492 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $80,141 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 70.1%, a strong completion outcome. 83.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $89,812 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of San Francisco confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (21% of credentials), social sciences (20% of credentials), health (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of San Francisco accepts 62% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,295. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in San Francisco, California (city), University of San Francisco draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of San Francisco
Q.How much does University of San Francisco cost?
The average net price at University of San Francisco is $41,431 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $80,141.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of San Francisco?
University of San Francisco has a 6-year graduation rate of 70.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of San Francisco?
University of San Francisco admits 62% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of San Francisco graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of San Francisco graduate earns $89,812 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of San Francisco?
Published tuition is $60,492 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of San Francisco located?
University of San Francisco is located in San Francisco, California (ZIP 94117).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of San Francisco at their official website.