University of St Francis is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Joliet, Illinois with 1,223 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants, costs an average of $15,961 a year after grants and graduates 64% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of St Francis acceptance rate and admissions
University of St Francis admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 520 to 610, math 510 to 610). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of St Francis application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($50 for international applicants). Confirm dates on University of St Francis’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of St Francis tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $38,900 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,230 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $47,285 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $15,961 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $15,961 a year after grants and scholarships, $31,324 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of St Francis's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of St Francis graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $69,137 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,521 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 30% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of St Francis majors and what graduates earn
University of St Francis awarded bachelor's degrees in 34 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from human resources ($90,495).
All 34 majors at University of St Francis
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of St Francis
14 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 14 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 160 | $65,408 | $12,052 |
| Health administration | Master's | 45 | $92,365 | $28,892 |
| Business administration | Master's | 41 | $79,482 | $25,593 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 37 | $110,772 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 34 | $116,212 | $53,940 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 32 | $72,875 | $25,379 |
| Nursing | Master's | 31 | $118,010 | $42,973 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 21 | $58,519 | n/a |
| Social work | Master's | 21 | $55,723 | $27,109 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 8 | $63,075 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,223 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 65% women, 35% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of St Francis?
University of St Francis admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of St Francis cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $38,900. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $15,961 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of St Francis?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 520 to 610 in reading and writing and 510 to 610 in math, and 20 to 32 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of St Francis test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of St Francis reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of St Francis?
64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of St Francis graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $69,137 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.