University of St Francis
About University of St Francis
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of St Francis is a private university in Joliet, IL. It has a 58.4% acceptance rate and a 65% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,390 students.
Founded
1920
Location
Joliet, Illinois
Students
2,954
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
65.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
66.8%
Near national average
Tuition
$38,110
Per year
Avg Net Price
$13,006
After financial aid
SAT Average
1141
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$63,926
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
65.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of St Francis accepts 65.3% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1141/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
66.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
78.8%
4-Year Grad
40%
6-Year Grad
65%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.6%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 40% graduation rate is below average, but 78.8% 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
$38,110
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,980
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$46,239
After Financial Aid
$13,006
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,547
Receive Grants
39.3%
Take Loans
76%
Don't let the $38,110 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $13,006 after financial aid, a 66% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $8,547.
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 University of St Francis fund their education.
While in School
39.3%
Get Grants
Free money
76%
Take Loans
Must repay
$57,522
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,079
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$223/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $21,079 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of St Francis.
Gender
65.3%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,223
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,731
Graduates
42.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
19.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 42.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,223
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of St Francis fields 11 varsity teams with 483 student athletes, about 39% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Chicagoland
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
483
39% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
293
Men
190
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of St Francisearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$63,926
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
122 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$83K
68 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$42K
28 grads
4yr Earnings
Biology, General
$58K
26 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$51K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Resources Management and Services
$90K
20 grads
4yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $57K at six years, $53K at eight, and $64K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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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.