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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
San Francisco, CA

University of San Francisco

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$58,222

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

50.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

72.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$89,812

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of San Francisco is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in San Francisco, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $58,222, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 72.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing610 – 690
20025th–75th percentile800
Math600 – 700
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite26 – 31
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

50.8%

Transfer-Out Rate19.3%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$232,888

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$59,812

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$365,232

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$963,352

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of San Francisco is $23,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.1%
34.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Asian
26.2%
White
23.1%
Hispanic
21.5%
Two or more
10.2%
International
9.5%
Black
7.5%
Unknown
1.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

31

Burglary

12

Theft

2

Assault

4

Robbery

0

Rape

9

Arson

4

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$58,222

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$31,741
$30k - $48k$31,759
$48k - $75k$34,211
$75k+$39,319

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,000
Pell Grant Recipients27.2%
Using Federal Loans47.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment73.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$30,916
Pell Grant Recipients28.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

80.1%

Success

72.8%

In-State Cost

$58,222

Age 25+ Students

6.1%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

1,503 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Francisco (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Francisco (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In San Francisco

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$2,292

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,818

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$3,359

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the San Francisco metropolitan area.