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Saint Francis University
Loretto,
PA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate73%
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About Saint Francis University
Saint Francis University is one of the oldest Catholic universities in the country, and the oldest celebrating Franciscan values. Faith, generosity, respect, discovery, and joy are in our DNA, and we seek to attract students (like you) with a passion for shaping the world.
Saint Francis University's 600-acre campus in Loretto, Pennsylvania is in the heart of the great outdoors, yet the location provides an easy drive to Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, D.C., and New York City.
Saint Francis University is a private, religious university in the rural area of Loretto, Pennsylvania. Saint Francis University was founded in 1847. The university currently enrolls around 2,856 students a year, including 2,460 undergraduate students.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Saint Francis University
It is moderately difficult to get into Saint Francis University. Saint Francis University admitted 73% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 2,063 applications received in 2022, 1,513 students were offered admission.
| Saint Francis University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 73% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 61% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Saint Francis University is located in Loretto, Pennsylvania,.
If you want to see Saint Francis University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Highway 22 to Loretto, or book a flight to the nearest airport, John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County.
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College Info
Saint Francis University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Saint Francis University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Saint Francis University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Saint Francis University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1030 - 1240
Math SAT Range
520 - 610
Reading SAT Range
510 - 630
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1240 and Above
Good
1030 to 1240
Avg
1030 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Saint Francis University students is 1140. Applicants with SAT scores of 1240 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Saint Francis University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1030 to 1240 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1030 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Saint Francis University.
Saint Francis University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$54,930
In State$54,930
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$41,020
$41,020
Fees
$700
$700
Housing
$13,210
$13,210
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Saint Francis University is like? There are approximately 2,856 students enrolled at Saint Francis University, including 2,460 undergraduate students and 396 graduate students. 61% percent of students attend school full-time, 76% percent are from PA and 24% percent of students are from other states.
61%
Full Time39%
Part Time76%
In State24%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,856
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
73%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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