University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA, USA — usfca.edu
- Founded
- 1855
- Type
- Private Jesuit University
- Students
- 11,000+
- Acceptance Rate
- 67%
- San Francisco
- Silicon Valley's gateway city — world's tech capital
- Jesuit
- Jesuit values — social justice and global leadership
- Views
- Campus with Golden Gate Bridge panorama views
- Diverse
- 32% international — extremely diverse campus
Overview
University of San Francisco (USF) is a private university in San Francisco, CA, USA, founded in 1855. A leading institution in USA, it is renowned for a Jesuit university with Golden Gate Bridge hilltop views in the heart of Silicon Valley — with strong law, business, and nursing programmes. With 11,000+ students and 3,500+ (32%) international students, it maintains a globally oriented academic community.
Admission Process
Applicants provide official academic transcripts, relevant entrance exam scores, English (or local language) proficiency evidence (IELTS 5.5–7.0 or TOEFL equivalent), personal statement, and references. Requirements vary by faculty — consult the university's official admissions website. Graduate applicants additionally submit a bachelor's transcript, CV, and research proposal.