About University of St Francis

Founded in 1920, University of St Francis. is a Private college. Located in Illinois, which is a city setting in Illinois, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,620 full time undergraduate students, and 2,244 full time graduate students.

The University of St Francis Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 12:1. There are 104 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of St Francis include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate49%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range910-1110
ACT Range20-26

Admissions at USF are considered More Selective, with ,22% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 14 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

86% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 44% were in the top quarter, and 19% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of St Francis.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
44%
“We know about current events and vote”
56%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
11%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
22%
“I only go out in groups”
11%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
22%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
22%
“We bought the gear”
56%
“We live for the big game”
11%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
78%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
56%
“They keep regular office hours”
44%
“They”re always available”
11%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
78%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
11%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
56%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
22%
“We only party on weekends”
22%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
22%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
11%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
11%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
44%
“We know about current events and vote”
56%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
11%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
22%
“I only go out in groups”
11%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
22%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
22%
“We bought the gear”
56%
“We live for the big game”
11%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
78%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
56%
“They keep regular office hours”
44%
“They”re always available”
11%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
78%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
11%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
56%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
22%
“We only party on weekends”
22%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
22%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
11%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
11%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    44 Students rated on-campus housing 3.7 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    40 Students rated off-campus housing 3.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    67 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    77 Students rated campus facilities 3.9 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    77 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 66 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    77 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    77 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    76 Students rated academics 3.8 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

University of St Francis REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of University of St Francis?

10 Students rated University of St Francis

Michelle - 05/15/2020

Most professors and faculty genuinely care for the students and wish to see students succeed. For a liberal arts school, though, liberal discussion seems to be discouraged and frowned upon. Students of color experience some discrimination, even from professors.

Celina - 12/20/2018

St. Francis has a great staff whether its Sodexo, security, or the residence administration. I certainly feel at home at this university and in my track and field team as well. People are always willing to lend a helping hand. Academics are on top, keeping students on their toes with at home assignments and always give students an option to weigh a borderline grade with extra credit opportunities. I am blessed to attend such an awesome University.

Jennifer - 07/26/2018

University of Saint Francis was my very first choice in colleges because it is a small private Catholic college and close to where I live. The campus is always clean and kept up well. Everyone at the school is very helpful and respectful. Professors are always available to help when need and there are other helpful resources.

Kaylynn - 05/21/2018

St. Francis is an amazing university with a lot to offer. They have amazing academics and professors who are always willing to help. There are a variety of sports and clubs you can enjoy to enhance your experience! My favorite aspect of the University of St. Francis is how nice the students and faculty are. I was very nervous about beginning college, but everyone was so welcoming and kind!

University of St Francis FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at University of St Francis?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of St Francis is 49%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Finding the right college for your area of interest from the beginning can save a lot of time and money. Take the time to learn about the pros and cons of different colleges and visit them so that you are able to make an educated decision. Know your financial aid package well in advance if possible. Once you have made your decision and start your first semester, be cautious about over living your new found freedom. College is both expensive and important. Take your education seriously. I also recommend that new students try different cultural experiences as they become available through the college of your choice.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    St.Francis is a small, welcoming community that strives to help its students do well in whatever field of study they choose.

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  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    A lot of the time I feel as if the food is the worst part about living at school. Students have next to no control over what we are eating. Although it's not, it can sometimes feel as if we are eating the same thing over and over again. The majority of what we eat is not very healthy either compared to what we might choose for ourselves at home. I know I miss and appreciate my moms cooking a lot more since I have been living at school.

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  5. Describe the students at your school.

    Everyone at USF is friendly and helpful when you have questions or simply want to talk.

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  6. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school are my instructors who offer real life experiences along with book knowledge.

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  7. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I can't remember anything that I would have known before I started this school.

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  8. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    It's a very small school compared to the other schools around Chicago.

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  9. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person who is unsure of their goals in completing the nursing program or who are unsure that this is the career path they should be on should not attend this school. If they are serious about attending, completing and becoming a nurse than this is the school for them .

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  10. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    This school is best known for its Nursing and Education. And it is a great place to do pre-medical as well.

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  11. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone who feels they would benefit from teachers who really are invested in their students so that they may become better individuals should attend. It is truly a journey at the University of St. Francis. A person does not leave the doors the last time being the same person they were when they first arrived. Not only are the franciscan values taught in theology classes, but many people are living examles of the schools values: service, integrity, respect, and compassion. Anyone who wants a strong caring environment like this as well as receiving a great education should consider St. Francis

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  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most fustrating thing about my school is the room charges added to your bill. If something is damaged in the building the bill is split between everyone, which over a semester can really add up. Also the bookstore is overpriced by an unreasonable amount, you can find the same book for much cheaper almost anywhere else.

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  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The smaller class sizes really allow for more individual attention to each student. Also, the teachers, really genuinely care about the student as an individual and want the students to succeed. Teachers believe that students can and will make a difference in their own lives through the benefits of their education, but also in the lives of others by giving back through their careers. I have seen many teachers be caring and compassionate to students who fall on hard times not only due to the stress of college, but due to life challenges as well.

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Student Body

Students

66%

female

34%

male

1,620

Total Undergrad Enrollment

2,244

Total Grad Students

11%

Out-Of-State

87%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

32

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

12%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
8%
% Hispanic/Latino
18%
% White or Caucasian
65%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending University of St Francis receive some sort of financial aid. 35% were awarded federal grants. While 75% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$30,840

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$800

Books and Supplies

$9,084

Room and Board

40,724

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$15,320
$30 - $48K
$14,671
$48 - $75K
$16,172
$75 - $110K
$18,869
$110K & UP
$19,664

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