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Saint Francis University

Loretto, PA · Private nonprofit · Distant rural · Website

Saint Francis University campus
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Admission rate
77%
Accessible
Average net price
$28,219
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
77%
Median earnings
$69,383
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Saint Francis University is a private nonprofit college in Loretto, PA with 1,557 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, and admitted students average 1155 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $28,219 per year ($29,853 for families earning under $30,000). 77% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $69,383 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
77%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,259
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,737
Fall 2023
Yield
22%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing530–620
200800
SAT Math520–610
200800
ACT Composite21–27
136

What Saint Francis University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$61,203
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$45,700

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$29,853
  • $30–48k$20,326
  • $48–75k$21,010
  • $75–110k$35,281
  • $110k+$29,008

Get a personal estimate with Saint Francis University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
77%
Freshman retention
83%
Median earnings
$69,383
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,557
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
17%
  • White77%
  • Hispanic3%
  • Black7%
  • Asian2%

Saint Francis University FAQ

What is Saint Francis University's acceptance rate?+

Saint Francis University admits 77% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Saint Francis University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 530–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 520–610 on SAT Math; the average total is 1155.

What ACT score do you need for Saint Francis University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–27.

Is Saint Francis University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Saint Francis University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,259 students applied to Saint Francis University and 1,737 were admitted; 379 enrolled.

Does Saint Francis University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Saint Francis University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Saint Francis University require an essay?+

Saint Francis University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Saint Francis University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $61,203 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,219.

What is Saint Francis University's graduation rate?+

77% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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