St. Francis College
About St. Francis College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
St. Francis College is a private Catholic college in Brooklyn Heights, New York, near the Brooklyn Bridge. It offers affordable private education in business, nursing, biology, and communications, with one of the lowest tuitions among private colleges in New York City.
Founded
1859
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Students
4,532
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
54.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$28,775
Per year
Avg Net Price
$18,129
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$58,099
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Average: 24 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
64.8%
4-Year Grad
31%
6-Year Grad
50%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
28.5%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 31% graduation rate is below average, but 64.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$28,775
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$18,000
Books & Supplies
$3,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$38,098
After Financial Aid
$18,129
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,700
Receive Grants
55.7%
Take Loans
29%
The total cost of attendance runs about $38,098/yr, including $18,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $18,129.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at St. Francis College fund their education.
While in School
55.7%
Get Grants
Free money
29%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,236
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$246/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 29% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $23,250. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends St. Francis College.
Gender
67.8%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,684
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,848
Graduates
41.1%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
8.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 41.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 10.9% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,684
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of St. Francis Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$58,099
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$29K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Research and Experimental Psychology
—
37 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$33K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$22K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
$38K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $58K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.