University of San Francisco University of San Francisco Education Founded in 1855, USF follows the Jesuit philosophy of individual attention to each student and fosters both a love of learning and a dedication to social justice in its students. USF grants B.A., B.S., and B.F.A. degrees in more than forty majors in the liberal and fine arts, sciences, nursing, and business. Other exceptional programs are mathematics, environmental science, computer science, and architecture. Ninety-one percent of the faculty members hold doctoral degrees, and no classes are taught by teaching assistants.
Housing is guaranteed to all students both during the school year and during the summer.
USF is one of the safest campuses in California. Public Safety Patrols and escort services operate 24 hours per day and ensure that students feel secure and safe. Students' experiences are also enriched by participating in the International Student Association and one or more of its eighteen international student clubs. The Office of the International Student Advisor is part of the Multicultural and International Student Services Office. USF also provides an excellent Intensive English Program for students who need additional English language training.