University of San Francisco Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of San Francisco is a private research university in San Francisco, California, serving roughly 5,287 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 61.71% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $89,812 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $60,492
- 2024 Average Net Price: $41,431 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 61.71% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 5,287 96.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 70.06%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 28.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 1.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 39.8%
- Average SAT Score: 1295
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,810
- Applicants (IPEDS): 25,709
- Room & Board: $19,764 annual estimate
University of San Francisco: what the data shows
Common questions about University of San Francisco, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of San Francisco?
University of San Francisco is located in San Francisco, CA (ZIP 94117-1080).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of San Francisco public or private?
University of San Francisco is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of San Francisco cost?
Published tuition: $60,492.
Average net price after aid: $41,431.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $31,537 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $33,207 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $34,315 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $38,933 |
| $110,001+ | $52,497 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $241,968.
How hard is it to get into University of San Francisco?
Admission rate: 61.71%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1295 and midpoint ACT 29.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of San Francisco?
Total enrollment: 5,287 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,810 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,592 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of San Francisco?
150%-time completion rate: 70.06%.
First-year retention: 83.7%.
What do graduates of University of San Francisco earn?
Median earnings: $69,951 six years after entry; $89,812 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,000.
27.96% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of San Francisco known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (266 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (177 completions)
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (140 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (128 completions)
- Psychology, General (125 completions)
- Law (119 completions)
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician (99 completions)
- Computer Science (93 completions)
- Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other (84 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (80 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of San Francisco a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 61.71%; completion rate 70.06%; median earnings $89,812 at 10 years; net price $41,431. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$60,492
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of San Francisco was $60,492.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$41,431
2024 Value
In 2024 University of San Francisco had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $41,431.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$165,724 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$41,431 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$241,968 4-Year Tuition
$19,764 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$80,756 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$323,024 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of San Francisco.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.96% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.94% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of San Francisco was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of San Francisco in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $40,294 | $40,294 | $31,915 |
| 2014 | $41,450 | $41,450 | $30,154 |
| 2015 | $42,634 | $42,634 | $33,655 |
| 2016 | $44,494 | $44,494 | $31,254 |
| 2017 | $46,250 | $46,250 | $32,210 |
| 2018 | $48,066 | $48,066 | $32,782 |
| 2019 | $50,282 | $50,282 | $36,424 |
| 2020 | $52,482 | $52,482 | $40,053 |
| 2021 | $53,472 | $53,472 | $37,768 |
| 2022 | $55,532 | $55,532 | $39,107 |
| 2023 | $58,222 | $58,222 | $39,495 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
61.71% Acceptance Rate
25,709 Total Applicants
13,052 Students Admitted
1,124 First-Time Students Enrolled
8.61% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1295
ACT Average: 29
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of San Francisco reported total enrollment of about 5,287 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 35% male and 65% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Asian (26.6%), White (22.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (22.4%). About 27.96% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 28.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of San Francisco in 2024 is 5,287 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,810 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,592 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
83.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Asian at 26.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
62.79% 100% Completion Time
70.06% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 62.79% of students graduating from University of San Francisco completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 21% male / 79% female
- Counseling Psychology: 18% male / 82% female
- Clinical Nurse Specialist: 15% male / 85% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of San Francisco.
Return on Investment
$23,000 Median Student Debt
$89,812 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.61% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
441.94% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of San Francisco.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 82 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 266 completions
2. Counseling Psychology: 177 completions
3. Clinical Nurse Specialist: 140 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 128 completions
5. Psychology, General: 125 completions
6. Law: 119 completions
7. Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician: 99 completions
8. Computer Science: 93 completions
9. Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other: 84 completions
Most popular programs at University of San Francisco.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of San Francisco graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of San Francisco from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 39.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $14,860
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $20,560
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of San Francisco is a private non-profit institution located in San Francisco, CA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Nurse Specialist. Enrollment is approximately 5,287 students. Student body composition includes Asian (26.6%), White (22.5%), Hispanic or Latino (22.4%). The admission rate is 61.71%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1295. The 150%-time completion rate is 70.06%. Approximately 27.96% of students receive Pell Grants. About 28.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
San Francisco, CA 94117-1080
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Strong Career Outcomes: University of San Francisco graduates report median earnings of $89,812 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 82 distinct degree programs, University of San Francisco provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of San Francisco located?
University of San Francisco is located in San Francisco, CA.
What is University of San Francisco's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of San Francisco is 61.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 25,709 applicants and 13,052 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of San Francisco cost?
Reported tuition is $60,492 and average net price is $41,431 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $19,764 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of San Francisco?
University of San Francisco reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,810 students, Asian (26.6%), White (22.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of San Francisco?
About 28.0% of students at University of San Francisco are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of San Francisco?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of San Francisco reports midpoint SAT about 1295 and midpoint ACT about 29.
What do graduates of University of San Francisco earn?
Median earnings are $69,951 six years after entry and $89,812 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of San Francisco?
The 150%-time completion rate is 70.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of San Francisco students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,000.
Is University of San Francisco public or private?
University of San Francisco is a private nonprofit institution located in San Francisco, CA.
Is University of San Francisco an HBCU?
No. University of San Francisco is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of San Francisco a tribal college?
No. University of San Francisco is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- California college costs
- California colleges by ROI
- San Francisco, California city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in California
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.