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About University of St Francis

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University of St Francis is a private university in Joliet, IL, known for its franciscan faith tradition, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 58%, USF is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 216 students each year. USF is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1030–1240, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. USF offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $25,351 per year; the sticker price of $49,010 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of St Francis acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

58%
Overall Accept Rate
1135
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1030 – 1240 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of St Francis

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Essay Strategy
University of St. Francis has a strong Franciscan Catholic mission centered on service, compassion, and community. If your essays touch on service to others, social justice, or faith, connect those themes explicitly to why USF's values align with yours.
Application Strategy
USF is well known for its nursing, pre-med, and health sciences programs, so if you are applying to one of those tracks, highlight any clinical volunteering, shadowing hours, or healthcare related extracurriculars directly in your application materials.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of St Francis actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$8.5k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$5.6k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$10.7k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$11.3k
110k+~$49k/yr$20.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

65%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$57k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,354
Undergrad Enrollment
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