University of California-San Francisco
Campus Identity
University of California-San Francisco is a public university in San Francisco, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 3 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 30/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
University of California-San Francisco is a public university in San Francisco, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 3 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 30/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
University of California-San Francisco is a 1,000–4,999, urban school. The campus is 3 miles from Ocean Beach SF, CA and 139 miles from Dodge Ridge Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
3 miles
Ocean Beach SF, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
57°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
University of California-San Francisco students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Dodge Ridge Ski Area, 139 miles away with 10 lifts and 862 skiable acres. All are within 145 miles of campus.
California
California
California
Beach Town
Students at University of California-San Francisco are 3 miles from Ocean Beach SF, CA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Ocean Beach SF, CA
Ocean access within 2.9 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · San Francisco, CA
San Francisco has a mild climate, with winters averaging 52°F in Jan and summers peaking around 63°F in Sep.
Station: SAN FRANCISCO DOWNTOWN · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
University of California-San Francisco in CA earns a composite safety score of 30/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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Fields of Study
53 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of California-San Francisco located?
University of California-San Francisco is located in San Francisco, CA. The main campus address is 500 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
Is University of California-San Francisco the right fit for me?
Whether University of California-San Francisco is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in San Francisco, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh University of California-San Francisco against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with University of California-San Francisco directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Master's, Doctoral
- Land Grant
- Yes
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 57°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 30/100
- Nearest Airport
- San Francisco, CA (SFO) · 11 mialso OAK (13 mi), SQL (21 mi)
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