Saint Francis University
Faith-based college · Loretto, PA · 1,557 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
77%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1050–1230
ACT (middle 50%)
21–27
Average net price
$28,219
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$61,203
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
77%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Saint Francis University?
Saint Francis University accepts about 77 of every 100 applicants (77%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1050 and 1230 on the SAT. A score at or above 1230 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1050, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 21–27.
The latest federal data says Saint Francis University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Saint Francis University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Saint Francis University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $61,203 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $28,219 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $45,700 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$45,700
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$45,700
- Room & board$13,800
- Total cost of attendance$61,203
- Average net price after grants$28,219
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Biology, Computer Science.
Saint Francis University FAQ
- What is Saint Francis University's acceptance rate?
- 77% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Saint Francis University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1050–1230. Aim for 1230 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Saint Francis University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 21–27.
- Is Saint Francis University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Saint Francis University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Saint Francis University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Saint Francis University cost?
- About $61,203 a year before aid; $28,219 on average after grants.
- What is Saint Francis University's FAFSA school code?
- 003366. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Saint Francis University receives your information.
- What is Saint Francis University's graduation rate?
- 77% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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