University Of California-San Francisco

University of California, San Francisco, also known as UCSF, is one of the leading centers of health sciences research, patient care, and education in the world. It was established in 1873. UCSF is one of the ten campuses of the University of California. The medical center of UCSF is ranked consistently among the top 10 hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The university offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. The university is organized into the following academic divisions:

• School of Dentistry
• School of Medicine
• School of Nursing
• School of Pharmacy
• UCSF Medical Center

UCSF has an active student life. The students can participate in several student clubs and organizations available on campus.

University Of California-San Francisco Highlights

Where University Of California-San Francisco stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in medicine, nursing and emergency medicine, and science.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• High faculty salary.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Racially diverse student body.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• On-campus hospital
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Study abroad option

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

UC San Francisco Students

The student enrollment at UC San Francisco was 2,999 in 2007 (2,999 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 51% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 49%.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: UC San Francisco participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

UC San Francisco provides on-campus housing for 1,354 of its 2,999 (full-time) students (as of 2007).