Here you will find information and resources for family members of college students to help the student you care about succeed while at the University of San Francisco. For more resources, visit the Family page or view the information below in a pdf format.
As soon as a student registers for classes, his/her records at USF are protected from unauthorized release under federal law. Learn how your student can grant you access to:
USF offers student financial aid in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and employment opportunities. Please visit the sites listed below for more information about financial aid process from application to disbursement.
Academic advising is a continuing process of assisting students in course selection and academic and career exploration. Students meet with their advisors at regular intervals and prior to semester registration.
The tuition and billing functions are performed by the Office of Student Accounts. Students need to enroll in the University’s payment plan or make payment in full of all charges before the beginning of each term. The material below provides information on payment due dates, methods of payment, and other important policies.
Dates to Know 2012-2013 For Traditional Undergraduate Students in Arts, Sciences, Business, and Nursing Majors.
- New Student Fall
Online Advising and Registration Begins (Web Track) – June 11
- Fall
Payment due date - August 1, 2012
- New
International Student Move-In Day –
August 13, 2012
- International
Student Orientation – August 16 – August 17, 2012
- New Student Orientation
Begins/Move-In Day - tbd
- Fall
Classes and Late Registration Begin – August 21, 2012
- Late
Registration Ends/Last Day to Add Classes
- August 27, 2012
- Labor Day Holiday – September 3, 2012
- Last Day to Drop
with a Refund – September 7, 2012
- Parent and Family Weekend - tbd
- Fall Break – October 8 – October 9, 2012
- Last Day
to Drop/Withdraw for Fall – November 2, 2012
- Intersession/Spring
Continuing Student Registration -
November 5 – November 28, 2012
- Thanksgiving Holiday -
November 22 – November 23, 2012
- Last Day
of Classes – November 28, 2012
- Final Exams – December 7 – December 13, 2012
- Mid-Year
Commencement – December 14, 2012
- Winter Recess – December
14, 2012 – January
21, 2013
- Residence Halls Close - tbd
- Residence Halls Open - January 2, 2013
- Spring
Payment Due Date - January 2, 2013
- Intersession
Classes - January 2 – January 18,
2013
- Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – January 21, 2013
- FAFSA due
date for New Students – February 1, 2013
- FAFSA due
date for Continuing Students – March 2, 2013
- Spring
Classes/Late Registration Begins – January 22, 2013
- Last Day
to Add Classes – January 25, 2013
- Last Day to Withdraw
with Refund – February 8, 2013
- Presidents’ Day Holiday – February 18, 2013
- Spring Recess - March
11 – March 15, 2013
- Easter Holiday begins at 4:00 pm - March 28, 2013
- Last Day
to Drop/Withdraw for Spring - April
8, 2013
- Summer/Fall
Continuing Student Registration -
April 15 – June 21, 2013
- Summer
Payment Due Date – May 1, 2013
- Last
Day of Classes – May 9, 2013
- Final Exams –
May 11 – May 16, 2013
- Commencement Mass
– May 16, 2013
- Commencement
Ceremonies – May 16 – May 18, 2013
- Residence Halls Close - tbd
FYSS also provides programs and services to First Year Students to promote the successful completion of the first year.
For information about student housing, dining services and One Card, visit these offices:
The University of San Francisco has three wellness requirements students must satisfy. For complete information click on each requirement below:
The Student Employment Office assists student in the employment process by maintaining on-line job boards, issuing work clearance forms to determine student eligibility, and administering work programs, Campus Job Opportunity and Federal Work Study offered through Financial.
The Department of Public Safety provides the campus community continuous campus patrol, campus shuttles, safety escorts, crime prevention programs, and parking services. The Department maintains a 24-hour communication center and uniformed public safety officers to respond to all reports of accidents, crimes, suspicious persons, hazards, and other emergencies.
The USF Information Technology Services division provides infrastructure and services in support of our community's teaching, learning, research, and service activities.
Contact ITS (415) 422-6668
The USF Career Services Center provides support for students and alumni looking for internships, career advice, and interview preparation/practice.
The Graduation Center provides information about commencement ceremonies, Grad Finale events, ordering duplicate diplomas and more. Students can also apply for graduation through the Graduation Center website.
Occasional visits by family members are a part of the experience that students may be reluctant to admit liking but do appreciate. Here is some useful information for planning your visit.
USF offers students and parent many opportunities to get involved and become an integral part of the university community. Learn more.
Dean’s Contact Information
College of Arts and Sciences
Marcelo Camperi – (415) 422-6373
School of Education
Walter Gmelch – (415) 422-6525
School of Law
Jeffrey Brand – (415) 422-6304
School of Management
Mike Webber – (415) 422-2648
School of Nursing
Judith Karshmer – (415) 422-4952
