Saint Francis is a private, Catholic, co-educational liberal arts university. Established in 1847, the University is among America's first Franciscan institutions and is the nation's 12th-oldest Catholic institution of higher education. Saint Francis operates under the conventions of the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular. The University is dedicated to providing each student with top-rated academics, a vibrant student life, opportunities for leadership, and unflagging attention from a distinguished faculty. For the past century and a half, Saint Francis University's commitment to academics and student life has embodied two important values: high-quality education and respecting students as individuals.
About
From the School
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Jennifer Adams
Campus Visit Coordinator
Campus Visit Coordinator
Address
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940
Loretto, PA 15940
Phone
8144723000
Email
admissions@francis.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
DiSepio Institute
JFK Student Center
Immaculate Conception Chapel
Stokes Athletics Facility
Mt. Assisi Gardens
JFK Student Center
Immaculate Conception Chapel
Stokes Athletics Facility
Mt. Assisi Gardens
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10 am, 11 am, 1 pm, 2 pm
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10 am, 11 am, 1 pm, 2 pm
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
no Friday or Saturday
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Altoona-Blair County airport
Johnstown airports
Amtrak
Driving Instructions to Campus
90 miles east Of Pittsburgh off 22
Ebensburg/Loretto exit
Follow signs to SFU
Off I-80, 220 South to 22 West
Cressson Summit Exit, right off exit follow SFU signs
PA turnpike to Bedford, 220 North, 22 West to Cresson Summit Exit, turn right off exit follow signs to SFU
Local Accommodations
Comfort Inn - Ebensburg
Hampton Inn - Altoona
Comfort Inn - Altoona
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Overall
From The School
Bachelor degrees are typically earned within eight semesters. To graduate, each student is required to complete a course of study that meets with approval from the University Provost. The University operates on a two-semester academic calendar, with three sessions in the summer. The University offers students over 45 academic programs of study and a wide variety of minors and concentrations to choose. Among the most competitive academic offerings are 2 entry-level Masters health science majors (Occupational Therapy and Physician Assistant Science) and an entry-level Doctoral program in Physical Therapy. The institution is well known for the cooperative student-faculty research that occurs within the School of Science. Petroleum & Natural Gas Engineering and Environmental Engineering are among the most recent program additions to the School of Science. In the School of Arts & Letters Early Childhood Education students may complete dual certification in Special Education in four years. Saint Francis University also has an extensive list of minors and concentrations available for students to complement their academic program of study.
Overview
Applicants: 1,932
Acceptance Rate: 74%
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
460 - 570
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 590
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 26
Testing Policies
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Non-Academic
Extracurricular Activities
Selectivity Rating
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Academic Programs
Bachelor degrees are typically earned within eight semesters. To graduate, each student is required to complete a course of study that meets with approval from the University Provost. The University operates on a two-semester academic calendar, with three sessions in the summer. The University offers students over 45 academic programs of study and a wide variety of minors and concentrations to choose. Among the most competitive academic offerings are 2 entry-level Masters health science majors (Occupational Therapy and Physician Assistant Science) and an entry-level Doctoral program in Physical Therapy. The institution is well known for the cooperative student-faculty research that occurs within the School of Science. Petroleum & Natural Gas Engineering and Environmental Engineering are among the most recent program additions to the School of Science. In the School of Arts & Letters Early Childhood Education students may complete dual certification in Special Education in four years. Saint Francis University also has an extensive list of minors and concentrations available for students to complement their academic program of study.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Saint Francis University students may earn bachelor (BA, BS) degrees, master degrees and doctoral degrees. The Division of Adult Degree & Continuing Studies offers certificate, associate and bachelor degree programs in a flexible, on-line learning environment.
SCHOOL OF ARTS & LETTERS
American Studies
Arts & Letters
Criminal Justice
Digital Media
Strategic Communications
Education
-Early Childhood (PreK-4)
-Education/Special Education Certification
-Middle Childhood (Grades 4-8)
-Education/Special Education Certification
-Secondary Education Certification
English
-Literature (C)
-Media Studies (C)
-Secondary Education (C)
Environmental Studies
Fermentation Arts
-Fermentation Administration (C)
-Fermentation Culture (C)
History
-Pre-Law (C)
-Secondary Education (C)
International Business French
International Business Spanish
International Studies
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Political Science
-Political Communications (C)
-Pre-Law (C)
Psychology
-Secondary Education (C)
Public Administration/Government Service
Religious Studies
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
-Secondary Education (C)
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Accounting
Economics
Finance
Management
-Healthcare Management (C)
Management Information Systems
Marketing
-Entrepreneurship (C)
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Exercise Physiology
-Fitness Professionals (C)
-Pre-Allied Health (C)
-Pre-Professional (C)
-Research/Graduate (C)
Health Care Studies
-Pre-Allied Health (C)
-Pre-Occupational Therapy (C)
-Pre-Physician Assistant (C)
Nursing
Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Physical Therapy (DPT)
-B.S. Health Science
-B.S. Exercise Physiology
Physician Assistant Sciences (MPAS)
Public Health
-Pre-Professional (C)
SCHOOL OF SCIENCES
Aquarium and Zoo Science
Biology
-Biochemistry (C)
-Environmental Science (C)
-Marine Biology (C)
-Molecular Biology (C)
-Pre-Pharmacy (C)
-Pre-Professional (C)
-Secondary Education (C)
Biochemistry
Chemistry
-Biochemistry (C)
-Environmental Chemistry (C)
-Forensic Science (C)
-Pre-Pharmacy (C)
-Pre-Professional (C)
-Secondary Education (C)
Computer Science
-Gaming/New Media Design and Production (C)
-Information Technology and Security (C)
-Software Development (C)
Cyber Security
Engineering (3-2)
Environmental Engineering
-Ecological Engineering (C)
-Renewable Energies (C)
General Engineering
Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering
Medical Laboratory Science/Med Tech
Mathematics
-Actuarial Science (C)
-Applied Mathematics (C)
-Secondary Education (C)
Pharmacy
-Pharm.D. Affiliate Program with Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
-Pharm.D. Affiliate Program with Mylan School of Pharmacy at Duquesne University
(C) denotes concentration
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
14:1
Total Faculty
179
with Terminal Degree
99
Women
80
Men
10
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
-
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business/Commerce, General.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Finance, General.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other.
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EDUCATION.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, Other.
-
ENGINEERING.
Engineering, General.
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering.
-
HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
Physician Assistant.
Pre-Dentistry Studies.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Pharmacy Studies.
Pre-Veterinary Studies.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
-
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
-
PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
-
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Economics, General.
Sociology.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Dr. Sue Morra
Professor of Biology and Coordinator of Marine Biology, Biology
Dr. John Trimble
Professor of Biology, Biology
Michael Arnall
Professor of Physcial Therapy, Physical Therapy
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
2017-18
Tuition: $33,856
Room: $5906
Board: $6022
Technology Program Fee: $1100
Financial Aid
Saint Francis University awards financial aid to greater than 90 percent of its student body. Need-based federal and state awards are awarded based on information obtained from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In order to qualify for financial aid students must apply for admission and complete a FAFSA. Saint Francis University has a generous merit-based scholarship program. Students who have been accepted for admission are awarded merit-based scholarships based upon their academic performance. Academic performance is measured by credentials submitted upon application including high school grade point average, SAT/ACT scores and class rank.
Saint Francis University participates in NCAA Division I athletics in the Northeast Conference. Athletic scholarships may be granted in all 23 athletic teams. Students may also receive scholarship money in Pep Band, Marching Band, Cheerleading, and Dance.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Mar 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,643
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$7,091
Average Need-Based Loan
$5,306
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$15,000
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$30,028
Required Fees
$1,100
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$2,000
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
Yes
Board for Commuters
$3,400
Transportation for Commuters
$3,000
On-Campus Room and Board
$11,190
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
Saint Francis University is a diverse campus community with approximately 2,600 students. Our students arrive at Saint Francis University from over 30 states and 25 countries.
The University provides students many opportunities to exercise their interests and talents. Over 60 on-campus clubs and organizations representing a wide range of interests are available to students. These range from departmental clubs to volunteer organizations, and include social and service sororities and social, service, and business fraternities. Student-run activities on campus include theatre productions, SFU singers, Greek life opportunities for men and women as well as Club Baseball, Ice Hockey and Rugby. Each year, the Student Activities Organization brings a lively docket of comedians, concerts, films, and lectures to campus. The University is a NCAA Division I member institution and maintains a comprehensive program that consists of men's and women's teams. Students may also participate in cheerleading, pep band, and marching band.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
1,724
Foreign Countries Represented
25
Demographics
5.68%
Black
1.52%
Hispanic
79.10%
Caucasian
6.03%
Unknown
4.92%
International
63% female
37% male
20% are out of state
93% are full time
7% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
Saint Francis University is located on a 600-acre mountaintop campus in the town of Loretto, Pennsylvania. Just 80 miles east of Pittsburgh and 60 miles west of State College, the campus has its own lake, nature trails, ski tubing park and championship golf course. Near to campus are three state parks, four biking/ walking trails and four ski resorts. The beautiful campus has an impressive suite of academic and research facilities as well as 19 residence halls to offer students a comprehensive experience. Student recreational, athletic, eateries and a student union provide each student a robust campus living experience.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Saint Francis offers a totally wireless campus, computer labs, a Macintosh-based computer lab, and numerous Smart Classrooms. The cost of attendance at Saint Francis includes a laptop computer as well as technical support. Other facilities that complement student learning include well-equipped science labs, on-campus radio and television stations, and the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art.
A recently completed state-of-the-art Science Center sits at the center of campus. The facility houses highly competitive science, technology, engineering and mathematics programs. The DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness education and research center features the DiSepio Center for Rehabilitation, Student Health Services, Fitness Center, Spiritual Wellness Center, Human Performance Laboratory, and Ernest J. Scharpf Family Conference Center. A complete renovation of Schwab Hall was recently completed in an effort to house the Shields School of Business.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Saint Francis University's Office for Study Abroad offers a truly unique semester abroad program in the beautiful village of Ambialet, in southern France. Students can experience the adventure, beauty, and history of Europe in the halls of a centuries-old Franciscan monastery. Travel and research abroad are components of many academic programs at Saint Francis University. Students are encouraged to engage in the multitude of semester long or condensed travel abroad experiences facilitated by the Office for Study Abroad.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
82%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
90%
Campus Environment
Rural
84/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
Other
Frat Sorority
Other
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
70
Number of Honor Societies
9
Number of Social Sororities
5
Number of Religious Organizations
10
20% join a fraternity
23% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Red Flash)
10 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Women's Sports (Red Flash)
13 Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Bowling
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Yes
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Buy out fee varies at end of each year.
