SFU offers test-optional consideration to freshmen and transfer applicants for admission to most majors.
Majors that still REQUIRE SAT/ACT scores for admissions consideration:
- Accelerated MBA program in Accounting
- Accelerated MBA program in Business Analytics
- Accelerated MBA program in Economics
- Accelerated MBA program in Finance
- Accelerated MBA program in Management
- Accelerated MBA program in Management Information Systems
- Accelerated MBA program in Marketing
- Accelerated MHRM program in Management
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy (4+3/3+3)
- Physician Assistant Science
How to Apply "Test Optional"
SFU online application: Answer ‘Yes’ to the question, “Are you submitting your application for test-optional consideration?”
Common Application: email admissions@francis.edu to let us know that you are applying for test optional-admission.
FAQ
Q: If I apply test-optional, what other items do I need to submit with my application?
A: If you apply test-optional, we will need an official high school transcript from the high school (freshmen admission) or college/university (transfer admission) you are presently attending.
Q: If I apply test-optional, am I eligible for scholarships?
A: Yes, test-optional admission will not impact your qualification for scholarships.
Q: I’m applying test-optional, but I have AP, IB scores - what should I do?
A: Saint Francis University supports and rewards student accomplishments. Our policy for awarding credits can be found here. While not required to receive an admission decision, we strongly encourage applicants to share with us any and all academic accomplishments they may have when submitting their application for admission.
Q: Can I apply test-optional and submit a test at a later date?
A: Yes, you can submit your standardized test scores later. Simply provide them to the Office of Admissions and we can update your admission accordingly.