University of St Francis Admission Requirements

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University of St Francis Admission Overview

University of St Francis admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year University of St Francis admitted 65.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.47 GPA (B+) and SAT 1030-1220 / ACT 20-32. University of St Francis is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Francis is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Francis Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

65.3%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The University of St Francis acceptance rate is 65.3%. Last year, 1,469 of 2,250 applicants were admitted. That is the 18th lowest acceptance rate in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of St Francis and can you get accepted?

University of St Francis is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of St Francis typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.47. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Francis GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.47

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.47

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of St Francis typically have around a 3.47 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. University of St Francis is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

27% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #23 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled University of St Francis freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	27.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	11.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	13.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	18.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	11.0%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	20.0%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of St Francis SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1030-1220

Freshmen who sent SAT

17%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 520
Math 510
Composite 1030

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 610
Math 610
Composite 1220

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of St Francis typically score around a 1130 SAT (middle 50% 1030–1220) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 64th percentile nationally. University of St Francis ranks #20 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1030 to 1220

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

University of St Francis is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of St Francis
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1220+	Above 75th	>78%
1130 to 1220	Avg +	66%-78%
1030 to 1130	Avg -	49%-66%
Below 1030	Below mid-50	<49%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Francis ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-32

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 21
Math 21
Composite 20

75th Percentile Scores

English 34
Math 28
Composite 32

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of St Francis typically have around a 26 ACT (mid-50 20–32) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 82nd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of St Francis places #15 among colleges in Illinois for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 32

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to University of St Francis without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 26.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of St Francis
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
32+	Above 75th	>78%
26 to 32	Avg +	65%-78%
20 to 26	Avg -	49%-65%
Below 20	Below mid-50	<49%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

University of St Francis admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,372	878	2,250
Accepted	931	538	1,469
Acceptance Rate	68%	61%	65%
Enrolled	127	82	209
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	14%	15%	14%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of St Francis and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of St Francis application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of St Francis is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of St Francis
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

University of St Francis is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 65.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.47 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1030-1220); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025