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Saint Francis University
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  • 4 Year
  • LORETTO, PA

Report Card

grade B
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B+
  2. Value
    grade B+
  3. Diversity
    grade B
  4. Campus
    grade C
  5. Athletics
    grade A minus
  6. Party Scene
    grade C+
  7. Professors
    grade B
  8. Location
    grade C
  9. Dorms
    grade C
  10. Campus Food
    grade C+
  11. Student Life
    grade B minus
  12. Safety
    grade A

About

117 EVERGREEN DR
LORETTO, PA 15940
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Northeast Conference
From Saint Francis University

Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pa. is the oldest Catholic-Franciscan college in the United States. Our mission is to help students grow into compassionate, successful professionals through a culture of Catholic faith, generosity, respect, discovery, and joy.

Our University has earned a reputation for creating innovative learning experiences and being a place where students grow to become that someone that God calls them to be. Saint Francis prepares students for more than just success in their chosen professions. Our vision is for our graduates to be leaders who carry their Franciscan values with them.

Whether you pursue your educational journey online or on-campus, part-time or full-time, we will arm you with the knowledge to succeed as an ethical leader in your profession. Explore our broad portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and continuing studies programs.

The best way to experience campus is to schedule a visit!

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Saint Francis University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
73%
SAT Range
1010-1220
ACT Range
22-26
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$28,883 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$26,960 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
88%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 40 responses
70%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 46 responses
63%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 46 responses

Majors

Varsity Esports (scholarships available)

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Saint Francis University offers collegiate scholarships for students to compete in our varsity Esports program. Scholarship evaluations will take the following into consideration: player ability and skill, projectability into the current needs of the program, academic performance, team dynamics in the arena, and commitment to the program.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    25%
  • On Campus
    67%
  • Online
    9%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
1,501 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,051
Undergrads Over 25
8%
Pell Grant
26%
Varsity Athletes
33%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 25 responses
  • Comfortable in being themselves
    52%
  • Studious
    36%
  • Stressed
    8%
  • Outgoing
    4%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
88%
Poll
47%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 51 responses
Poll
44%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 59 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 31 responses
  • Always willing to help students succeed
    45%
  • Good student to professor ratio
    19%
  • Boring
    16%
  • Helpful
    13%
  • Home away from home
    3%
  • Money Hungry
    3%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$52,200 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
74%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%
86%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 21 responses

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