University of Saint Francis Admission Requirements

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University of Saint Francis Admission Overview

University of Saint Francis admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of Saint Francis admitted 96% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.37 GPA (B+) and SAT 870-1070 / ACT 17-24. University of Saint 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 Saint Francis Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

96%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne

Acceptance Rate

The University of Saint Francis acceptance rate is 96%. Last year, 1,927 of 2,008 applicants were admitted. That is the 42nd lowest acceptance rate in Indiana.

Admission Selectivity

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

University of Saint Francis is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.37. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

University of Saint Francis GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.37

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.37

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of Saint Francis typically have around a 3.37 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 Saint Francis is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #29 in Indiana for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 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 Saint Francis Fort Wayne freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 17.59% Good
3.75 to 3.99 15.59% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 14.48% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 12.92% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 9.35% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 19.6% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 9.8% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.67% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of Saint Francis SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

870-1070

Freshmen who sent SAT

79%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 440
  • Math 430
  • Composite 870
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 540
  • Math 530
  • Composite 1070
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of Saint Francis typically score around a 970 SAT (middle 50% 870–1070) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 34th percentile nationally. University of Saint Francis ranks #36 in the state of Indiana for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 870 to 1070

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SAT policy

University of Saint 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 970 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 Saint Francis Fort Wayne
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1070+ Above 75th >98%
970 to 1070 Avg + 96%-98%
870 to 970 Avg - 93%-96%
Below 870 Below mid-50 <93%

What do these figures mean?

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

University of Saint Francis ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

17-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

8%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 15
  • Math 17
  • Composite 17
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 24
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of Saint Francis typically have around a 20 ACT (mid-50 17–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 51st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Saint Francis places #33 among colleges in Indiana for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 20.0 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 Saint Francis Fort Wayne
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >98%
20 to 24 Avg + 96%-98%
17 to 20 Avg - 93%-96%
Below 17 Below mid-50 <93%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

73% of University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 39% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 18%
Top 25% of class 39%
Top 50% of class 73%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,303 633 2,008
Accepted 1,252 610 1,927
Acceptance Rate 96% 96% 96%
Enrolled 261 153 414
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 25% 21%

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

Application Requirements

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

University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne 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 Saint Francis Fort Wayne
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 Saint Francis is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 96% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.37 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (870-1070); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=152336.

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Last updated: August 2026