School Information

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Total Enrollment 3,352
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 12 : 1

University of St Francis

http://www.stfrancis.edu
500 N Wilcox St, Joliet, Illinois 60435-6188
(815) 740-3360

Mission USF Mission Statement As a Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts, we are a welcoming community of learners challenged by Franciscan values and charism, engaged in a continuous pursuit of knowledge, faith, wisdom, and justice, and ever mindful of a tradition that emphasizes reverence for creation, compassion and peacemaking. We strive for academic excellence in all programs, preparing women and men to contribute to the world through service and leadership.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At University of St Francis, 100.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 85.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $10,915), and 68% receive loans ($8,944 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,625. Off campus it is around $7,200.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending University of St Francis is $14,860 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 1,274 people applied to University of St Francis. Of the applicants, 50.0% were admitted (43.0% male & 54.0% female ) and 35.0% accepted (35.0% male and 35.0% female)

Of the 1,693 undergraduate students at University of St Francis, 26.0% are part-time. A majority (63.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 81.0% of the 1,659 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     93.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     76.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     41.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     62.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     59.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline Feb. 28
Admissions Office Phone (800) 735-7500
Admissions Office Email ssloka@stfrancis.edu
Admissions Office Address 500 Wilcox Street Joliet, IL 60435
Admissions Website http://www.stfrancis.edu/admissions/freshman/admission-checklist/
Application Fee $30

In order to be accepted to University of St Francis, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
University of St Francis SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 490
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 530
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 485
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 500
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 560
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 21
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 26
ACT English (25th Percentile) 21
ACT English (75th Percentile) 27
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 19
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 26
 
University of St Francis Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 14
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 14
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 54 59
Accounting 8
Business Administration and Management, General 51
Finance, General 8
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 9
Management Science, General 11 8
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 14
Organizational Behavior Studies 4
Communication, journalism, and related programs 12
Mass Communication/Media Studies 12
Computer and information sciences and support services 4
Computer Science 3
Information Technology 1
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster 0
Education 61 207
Curriculum and Instruction 23
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 99
Educational/Instructional Media Design 27
Elementary Education and Teaching 43 22
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 0 3
Mathematics Teacher Education 0 1
Music Teacher Education 0
Reading Teacher Education 15
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 0 5
Secondary Education and Teaching 0
Social Studies Teacher Education 9 2
Special Education and Teaching, General 9 10
English language and literature/letters 3
English Language and Literature, General 3
Health professions and related clinical sciences 5 182 239
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 0
Clinical Nurse Specialist 0
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner 5
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 37 200
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 4
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist 4
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 133 10
Physician Assistant 29
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 4
History 10
History, General 10
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 0
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 0
Mathematics and statistics 12
Mathematics, General 12
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 49
Mathematics and Computer Science 1
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 48
Natural resources and conservation 0
Environmental Science 0
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 9
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 9
Psychology 19
Psychology, General 19
Public administration and social service professions 12 17
Social Work 12 17
Social sciences 6
Political Science and Government, General 6
Theology and religious vocations 3
Theology/Theological Studies 3
Visual and performing arts 4
Music Performance, General 0
Music, General 1
Visual and Performing Arts, General 3
 
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