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Saint Francis University

#673 in US ranking Loretto, PA
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$61,203
Tuition & fees
$44,600
Avg. aid
$32,212
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
77%
SAT range
1050–1230
ACT range
21–27

Outcomes

Graduation rate
74%
Median salary
$46,360
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Saint Francis University?

Homecoming, Parents' Weekend, and Spring Fest are recurring events associated with Saint Francis University. They provide occasions for students to gather outside regular classes and, in the case of Homecoming and Parents' Weekend, to connect with alumni or visiting family members.

Homecoming commonly centers on campus gatherings and athletics, while Spring Fest is a student-life event. Specific activities and dates can vary from year to year; an event name alone should not be taken as a promise of particular performers, games, or attendance.

What are the student housing and dining options at Saint Francis University?

Saint Francis University offers college-operated undergraduate housing, including coeducational options. Reported campus housing includes high-speed internet access, and a majority of students in the residential breakdown live on campus.

Applicants should distinguish the availability of housing from an individual room assignment or guarantee. Before committing, they should review the current housing application, any first-year residency rule, contract dates, room types, and accommodation procedures. Dining-plan eligibility and requirements may differ for residents and commuters. Comparing meal plans requires looking at where meals can be used, how unused balances are handled, and whether a particular residence assignment requires a plan.

Saint Francis University Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

Yes

Highspeed speed internet

Yes

School organizations

80

Saint Francis University Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
16:1
Undergraduates living on campus
68%
Campus size
600 acres

Saint Francis University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 5

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Saint Francis University Library Services and Resources

Main library name

Saint Francis University Library

Number of libraries on campus

1

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Saint Francis University Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Saint Francis University Location & Map

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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