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#39 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

Saint Francis University

Loretto, Pennsylvania

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Overview

Enrollment

2,857
Saint Francis University overview
Location Loretto, Pennsylvania
Online francis.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Distant Town
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Saint Francis University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Saint Francis University is located in the rural town of Loretto, Pennsylvania, situated in the Allegheny Mountains approximately 80 miles east of Pittsburgh. Founded in 1847 by six Franciscan friars, it stands as one of the oldest Catholic-Franciscan colleges in the United States, operating on a 600-acre mountain-top campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings. The private liberal arts institution maintains competitive admission standards and offers undergraduate and graduate programs with particular strengths in health sciences, business, and engineering. Saint Francis University provides traditional dormitory housing for undergraduates across multiple residence halls, and its NCAA Division I athletic program competes in the Northeast Conference, with men's basketball serving as the flagship sport.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

6/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

5/10

Value

Saint Francis University is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

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Admission Standards

Average
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SAT 1030/1240
ACT 20/26
GPA 3.69

Applications Accepted

73.1% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$39,820
Costs for Saint Francis University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$2,000
Other Fees$700
Room and Board $13,452
Budget for Other Expenses$3,000
Total One Year Cost$58,972

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$54,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

64% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Saint Francis University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 28%
Health Professions 28%
Biology 7%
Education 7%
Psychology 5%

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Last updated February 24, 2024