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  • LORETTO, PA
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Saint Francis University

#52 in Best Catholic Colleges in America
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      B
    4. Campus
      C
    5. Athletics
      A minus
    6. Party Scene
      C+
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      C
    10. Campus Food
      C+
    11. Student Life
      B minus
    12. Safety
      A
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    117 EVERGREEN DR
    LORETTO, PA 15940
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    About Saint Francis...
    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.

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    59%
    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
    $29,393 / 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
    $24,673 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
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    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    12:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors

    • Business
      30 Graduates
    • Occupational Therapy
      27 Graduates
    • Nursing
      24 Graduates
    • Early Childhood Education
      23 Graduates
    • Biology
      20 Graduates
    • Accounting
      19 Graduates
    • Behavioral Sciences
      18 Graduates
    • Information Science
      13 Graduates
    • Exercise Physiology
      12 Graduates
    • Physical Therapy
      12 Graduates
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    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
    5
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    5
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
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    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      31%
    • On Campus
      57%
    • Online
      12%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,484 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    795
    Undergrads Over 25
    5%
    Pell Grant
    19%
    Varsity Athletes
    33%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    89%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $52,200 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    63%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    96%
    National
    83%
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