International undergraduate students at the University of San Francisco pay a tuition price of 53,472 USD (40 lakh INR) every year. The additional costs, which include living, boarding, and miscellaneous, total 9380 USD (7.02 lakh INR).

The institution has one off-campus residence hall and six on-campus residence halls, as well as five living-learning communities. The institution provides lodging for impaired students through the Student Disability Services (SDS). Gender Inclusive Housing is available to transgender students, gender-queer students, and students of any sexual orientation. On-campus accommodation costs an average of $5,285 to $8,750 per semester. The typical monthly rent for off-campus living is $1,000 to $1,500 USD.

There are 11063 students enrolled at the university, with 7,627 of them being international students. The University of San Francisco has a moderately selective admission procedure, with a 70% acceptance rate.

The institution's main campus is located on a 55-acre site between Golden Gate Park and the Golden Gate Bridge. It is known as "The Hilltop," and a portion of it is located on Lone Mountain, a key topographical feature of San Francisco. There are over 27 academic, administrative, housing, and recreational facilities on its four other satellite campuses. Over 120 student organisations are available to all students at the university. UCF competes in NCAA Division I and has 26 intramural and club sports.

Since 1953, the University of San Francisco and its School of Management are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). 

The University of San Francisco hosts career recruiting events to connect students and employers. Through its career support programme, the university ensures great work opportunities following graduation. According to the Federal College Scorecard, University of San Francisco graduates are in the top 3% of all college graduates in the country. Apple, Amgen, Adobe, Amazon.com, Chevron Corporation, Facebook, Novartis, Pfizer, and Cisco Systems are all recruiting at the university. MBA graduates earn an average income of $120,000 at the University of San Francisco.