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University of San Francisco (USF)This catalog was developed for you, our students. It provides important information to helpyou plan your education at USF.The catalog includes information about courses, campus resources and student services, programdescriptions, degree requirements and information about college policies and procedures. Regulationsthat relate specifically to graduate degree programs, and graduate program information and coursedescriptions, appear separately for convenient reference. The focus of this catalog is on your success. Itprovides you with the information you will need to be a successful student.Every student is held responsible for knowledge of the regulations and information contained in this publicationas well as for changes promulgated by the University.AdmissionAcademic Advisinghttp://www.usfca.edu/templates/catalog print.aspx1/442
University of San Francisco (USF)Academic advising begins at Orientation when the student meets with a faculty member, professionaland/or peer advisor. Upon enrolling in a major or professional program, the student is assigned afaculty advisor from the appropriate department or school. Undeclared majors in the College of Arts andSciences will be assigned an advisor by the College. In some cases, students may be temporarily assignedto an advisor other than the one they have been assigned to for their academic career at USF.Academic advising is a continuing process of assisting students in course selection and academic and career exploration. Students meet withtheir advisors at regular intervals and prior to semester registration. Registration cannot be completed without the signed approval of thefaculty advisor, department chair, or representative of the dean. The school or college should be consulted regarding the specifics of theadvising process. The deans of each school or college are available to assist students.Academic advisors contribute to each student's academic career by assisting him or her tounderstand USF, its mission, goals, standards, policies and procedures, and resources for students;meet the challenge of being a University student by establishing a clear relationship between the University programs and the individualstudent's needs;understand and appreciate his or her abilities, strengths, and interests; andselect and make progress toward a career by integrating information about the world of work and occupational choice with an appropriateacademic program.In addition, assistance in developing time-management or test-taking skills or changing study habits is available through the Office ofAcademic Support Services. The office also provides testing accommodations and support services to students with disabilities.Testing and Academic PlacementUpon admission to the University of San Francisco, new undergraduate students (except School of Management students), freshmen andtransfers may need to take placement tests for placement in the appropriate mathematics courses. Students are encouraged to take thesetests prior to enrolling at USF.The SAT writing score is used to place freshmen in writing courses. All transfer students who have completed a college-level writing course willtake a special writing course designed for them.There is also a foreign language placement test for College of Arts and Sciences students and a calculus readiness test for students planningto take calculus at USF. Students are placed in the level of courses indicated by the results.Mathematics courses are required for some, but not all, majors. Check with your advisor before enrolling in a mathematics course. It is notpossible to succeed in any mathematics course without sufficient preparation.Placement tests may be taken only once. Students may not re-take these exams.For further information, please refer to descriptions of the:Rhetoric and Composition Program, and theDepartment of Mathematics.Admission of Graduate StudentsFor more information, please visit http://www.usfca.edu/graduate.The domestic applicant for admission as a graduate student must have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent (and a master's degree fordoctoral programs) from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. The student's academic record must give evidence of the abilityand preparation necessary to pursue graduate work. Ordinarily the minimum GPA requirement for admission to regular graduate status is arecord of 3.0 (B) in all upper division major courses and 2.70 (B-) overall average for upper division courses.The applicant whose undergraduate preparation does not include a proper foundation for graduate work in the field of his or her choice maybe required to take some specified undergraduate courses.Applicants to graduate programs should consult the appropriate college section of this catalog for additional information concerning specificprogram requirements. Separate admission standards apply to the School of Law. Please contact them directly for a catalog and admissionmaterial.To ensure the proper processing of applications for admission, applicants must:1. Observe all guidelines and application deadlines for the graduate program to which the student is applying.2. Submit an application form with the 55 non-refundable application fee for that graduate program. Applicants may request a paperapplication by contacting the appropriate Graduate Admission Office or by downloading a PDF of the application. Applicants may alsoapply electronically, which is the preferred method to apply. To secure a paper application or access the online form go towww.usfca.edu/graduate.3. Submit all required materials to the appropriate Graduate Office. For a list of Graduate Admission Offices go towww.usfca.edu/graduate.4. Request letters of recommendation from two persons (three for the Doctor of Nursing Practice program) who are familiar with thehttp://www.usfca.edu/templates/catalog print.aspx2/442
University of San Francisco (USF)applicant's academic and personal achievements. Certain programs require only one letter of recommendation.5. Ask the registrar of each university attended to send one official copy of all transcripts directly to the appropriate Graduate AdmissionOffice.6. For purposes of admission, the University normally disregards any failing grades that applicants may have received ten years or moreprior to their application to USF.Some graduate programs require additional information such as a statement of purpose, official test scores, and a resume.Transfer of CreditIn exceptional cases, graduate course work taken at other colleges or post-baccalaureate courses completed at USF may be accepted inpartial fulfillment of the graduate program requirements. The student must petition the dean through his or her faculty advisor and the programchairperson, if applicable. The petition must contain justification and explicit approval of the advisor and the chairperson, if applicable. Credit istypically limited to six credits - eight credits, or two courses. Doctoral students may transfer up to 12 credits. (General Education corerequirements may not be satisfied by transfer of credit for School of Education students.)To be acceptable for transfer of credit, courses must:be regular graduate or post-baccalaureate level coursesbe taken at an accredited institution of higher learning, or an institution that is a candidate for accreditation, within the last seven yearsnot be supervised field work, directed study, or field practice, andhave an earned minimum grade of "B".The School of Education does not accept transfer of credit for Extended and/or Continuing Education courses. An official transcript record ofthe course work and course descriptions must accompany the approved transfer petition and should be sent to the Office of the UniversityRegistrar.International Applicants to Graduate ProgramsThe international applicant for admission to USF master's level programs and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program must have a bachelor'sdegree from an accredited institution of higher learning. Three year undergraduate (bachelor's) degrees within the Bologna Process signatorycountries will be accepted by the following University of San Francisco School/Colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the School ofNursing and Health Professions, the School of Management, and the School of Law (for the LLM program).The School of Education will review 3-year bachelor's degrees from countries within the Bologna Process on a case-by-case basis, asCalifornia licensure and/or credential requirements may limit or prohibit acceptance into some School of Education programs based on thesedegrees.Three-year undergraduate degrees from all other countries (e.g., in Africa, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan) will be reviewed on a case-bycase basis by all schools and colleges at the University of San Francisco.In all cases, the University of San Francisco will only accept degrees from colleges and universities that are recognized by a governmentalministry of education (or its equivalent) as a degree-granting institution for the country within which the institution of higher learning is located.Applicants for admission to graduate programs must request that official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended be sentdirectly to USF. Applicants who attended institutions that do not issue complete academic records in English must submit official copies ofnative language records and literal translations prepared by an appropriate university or government official. Official transcripts must show allcourses and subjects taken and all grades (marks) received. If the degree conferral date or graduation date is not posted on the transcript,additional documentation, such as degree and graduation certificate or a copy of the diploma must be submitted.Diploma supplements must accompany transcripts from European institutions.International students seeking an F or J visa must submit a Certification of Finances and supporting documentation of financial support for thefirst year of study at the University. In addition to the admission requirements specified by the individual graduate programs elsewhere in thiscatalog, and the general requirements stated above, an official TOEFL or IELTS score report is generally required of all non-native speakersof English before evaluation of academic credentials will take place. Official TOEFL or IELTS score reports must be forwarded directly to theOffice of Graduate Admission by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) at the time of application.TOEFL RequirementsEach school or program has its own minimum TOEFL Requirements that every applicant must meet.Please see the specific program description elsewhere in this catalog, and on the application for admission, for further details.ApplicationApplicants are encouraged to apply online at www.usfca.edu/graduate. Paper application forms for specific graduate programs may also beobtained at this same web address.Please contact one of the following Graduate Admission offices for more information:Office of Graduate AdmissionUniversity of San Francisco2130 Fulton StreetSan Francisco, CA 94117-1046http://www.usfca.edu/templates/catalog print.aspx3/442
12/5/2014University of San Francisco (USF)(415) 422-2090email: graduate@usfca.eduCollege of Arts and SciencesOffice of Graduate Programs, Harney 141University of San Francisco2130 Fulton StreetSan Francisco, California 94117-1080(415) 422-5101email: asgraduate@usfca.eduSchool of ManagementGraduate Admission OfficeSchool of Management2130 Fulton StreetMasonic 108San Francisco, California 94117-1080(415) 422-2221School of EducationAdmissions Coordinator, School of EducationDean's Office - Room 107University of San Francisco2130 Fulton StreetSan Francisco, California 94117-1080(415) 422-6525School of Nursing and Health ProfessionsCowell Hall, Room 102University of San Francisco2130 Fulton StreetSan Francisco, California 94117-1080(415) 422-6681Procedures for Obtaining and Maintaining Student Visa Status for Graduate StudentsAll admitted students of graduate programs at the University who are not citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. and plan to study at USFwith an F or J Visa must obtain an I-20 form (Certificate of Eligibility for Student Visa) from the Office of Graduate Admission before enteringthe United States or transferring from another school within the United States. The I-20 form will be provided only to those students who havesatisfied the admission requirements stated above and are accepted into a graduate program.The I-20 form must be presented to an American Embassy or Consulate abroad in order to obtain a student visa (F-1) or, if the prospectivestudent is already in the United States studying at another U.S. school, he or she must have his or her SEVIS record transferred to USF by theinternational advisor at the current institution. Students accepted by more than one school must present the I-20 form of the school they wishto attend at both the American Embassy and border crossing point. It is essential that admitted students of USF declare their intention to studyat USF before leaving their own country and not expect to change their visa status after arrival in the U.S.Anyone holding a B-2 (tourist) visa who wishes to attend USF will be mailed an I-20 form only to an address outside the U.S. and only prior toregistration for classes. The University does not offer legal assistance to anyone attempting to change from tourist to student status.Admission of Undergraduate StudentsThe University of San Francisco welcomes applications from students who are qualified toachieve the University's educational goals. In particular, the University seeks students whogive promise of distinction in academics, in the quality of their personal lives, in service tothe community, and in leadership in their chosen field of studies.To this end, the University invites applications from men and women, regardless of race, age, handicap,religion, sexual orientation, or national origin, to study for undergraduate and graduate degrees and toenrich their personal lives by joining a Catholic, Jesuit University learning community.Admission is selective, and each student's entire application is individually reviewed. Candidates are expected to present a record of academicachievement that is above average. Evidence of academic preparation and personal achievement, letters of recommendation, and nationaltest scores are given careful consideration in the determination of an applicant's eligibility. The University welcomes, but does not require, apersonal interview with applicants.http://www.usfca.edu/templates/catalog print.aspx4/442
12/5/2014University of San Francisco (USF)Freshman AdmissionFor additional information, please visit: http://www.usfca.edu/admission/freshmanApplication ProceduresTo ensure the proper processing of applications for admission, all candidates applying for freshman standing as full and part-time studentsshould:Secure an application form for undergraduate admission in one of the following ways:Contact the Office of Admission, University of San Francisco, 2130 Fulton St., San Francisco, California 94117-1046. Telephone (415) 4226563 or (800) CALL USF (outside California)Apply on-line, or download a PDF file at: http://www.usfca.edu/admission/freshmanYou may also apply using the Common Application, a form used by more than 300 selective colleges and universities for admission to theirundergraduate programs. The Common Application is available in a traditional paper format, or on-line at www.commonapp.org.Submit the completed application form and essay, along with the 55 application fee, to the Office of Admission.Request that their high school counselor or an appropriate teacher complete the letter of recommendation form (for on-line applications,this form may be downloaded and printed) and mail it directly to the Office of Admission.Request that their high school send an official transcript of all previous academic work directly to the Office of Admission. For Early Actioncandidates, the transcript should include their work through the end of the junior year. For Regular Action candidates, the transcript shouldinclude their work through the Fall semester. At the end of the year, a final transcript showing the graduation date is required to completethe applicant's file.Arrange for SAT or ACT scores to be sent to the Office of Admission.Information about SAT may be obtained from the Educational Testing Service or at http://www.collegeboard.com.Information about ACT may be obtained from the American College Testing Program at http://www.act.org.It is recommended that this test be taken no later than December for the subsequent Fall semester or no later than November for theSpring semester.In addition to the requirements listed above, applicants who are not residents of the United States must observe the admission standards andprocedures for international students.See the special section on admission of international students.CalendarThe Admission Office at the University of San Francisco offers both an Early Action program and a Regular Action program for freshmenapplicants.Regular Action:Review of Regular Action applications begins after January 15. You will be notified of a decision by mid-March assuming that all of the requiredmaterials, including Fall grades for your senior year, have been received in a timely way.Early Action:The University of San Francisco's Early Action program allows excellent students, who consider USF their highest admission priority, theopportunity to receive an early evaluation of their application. The Early Action program does not offer either an advantage or a disadvantagein gaining admission to the University. Students admitted under the Early Action program are under no obligation to enroll at the University ofSan Francisco and have until the Common Candidates Reply Date (May 1) to confirm their intent to enroll at the University.Early Action applicants are notified as follows:Admit: You are admitted to the University of San Francisco and have until May 1 to confirm your intent to enroll.Defer: Your application will be considered with the Regular Action candidates upon receiving your Fall senior-year grades and anyadditional test scores (if applicable).Note: For both Regular Action Candidates and Early Action Candidates, Financial Aid Award Notices will be mailed in early April.Important DatesNovember 15: Early Action Deadline for Fall applicants. To be considered under the Early Action program you must have a completedapplication on file in the Admission Office by November 15 and must take either the SAT or ACT no later than the November test date. TheAdmission Office will make every effort to notify you of its decision by late December. If you wish to be considered for financial assistance, youmust submit the appropriate financial aid forms to the processor by February 1.December 15: A freshman wishing to begin in the Spring semester must submit all required material by this date.January 15: Regular Action deadline. You should submit your application and all supporting materials, including your Fall senior year grades,by this date. If your Fall senior grades are not available by January 15, you should still submit your application form and request that yourgrades be submitted as soon as they are available. If you wish to be considered for financial assistance, you must submit the appropriatefinancial aid forms to the processor designated on the form by February 1.If you apply by the priority deadline, you will receive first consideration for admission and financial aid. If you are applying after the January 15priority filing date, you will be considered as space permits.Applications for Professional Studies programs are accepted on a year-round basis.http://www.usfca.edu/templates/catalog print.aspx5/442
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In addition, assistance in developing time-management or test-taking skills or changing study habits is available through the Office of Academic Support Services. The office also provides testing accommoda
