Saint Francis University

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Leadership. Purpose. Impact. It all begins at SFU.

New for Fall 2026!

The Saint Francis University Zero Tuition Advantage
for Qualified Pennsylvania Residents

We believe that every student deserves the chance to follow their calling regardless of income. The  Saint Francis University Zero-Tuition Advantage  ensures that any remaining tuition balance is covered by SFU for qualified students after federal, state, and institutional aid (grants, scholarships, and loans) are applied.

Become that Someone at Saint Francis University

Discover an education that empowers you to create change that matters. Saint Francis University offers an education that doesn’t simply teach; here you will build character, passion, and grit.  From NASA  to neonatal units, our graduates apply their SFU values to transform their workplaces and the world. 

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Our Location

Saint Francis University's 600-acre campus in Loretto, Pennsylvania is in the heart of the great outdoors, yet the location provides an easy drive to Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, D.C., and New York City. 

Our Catholic Franciscan Mission

Saint Francis University is one of the oldest Catholic universities in the country, and the oldest celebrating Franciscan values. Virtue, Truth, and Compassion are in our DNA, and we seek to attract students (like you) with a passion for shaping the world.

Get ready to make your mark. Explore your future at SFU!

Our enrollment advisors will guide you through every step of the admissions process to make your journey to Saint Francis as easy as possible.  

Programs for every stage

 

At SFU, we offer an educational experience that will transform you into a leader who can make a positive impact. We'd love to talk to you about how our career-focused, character-building programs can help you move forward in every phase of your professional journey.

Discover your Path

Undergraduate Programs: 50+ career-focused majors and a vibrant campus life experience.

Professional Studies: Flexible online degrees and workforce development programs.

Graduate Programs:  Business, Healthcare, and Education degrees and certificates to advance your career.

Education for Every Journey

  • High school students have several opportunities to get a head start and earn college credits before they graduate. Our supportive environment makes SFU a great place to excel even before you grab that high school diploma.  

     

  • When you start at Saint Francis University as an undergraduate student, you receive a well-rounded education that focuses on mind, body and spirit. What are you waiting for? The time is now to connect with your future.

     

  • Whether you’re furthering your career or getting ready to forge a new path, Saint Francis University offers dozens of choices to help you reach your goal—right from the comfort of your home. Enrollment in graduate studies is handled through individual academic departments.

     

  • College is a journey, and sometimes, that journey calls for a new direction. Take advantage of our generous transfer credit process, transfer scholarships, complimentary evaluations, and an admissions team standing by to answer all your questions.

     

  • Move your career forward or find a new path in business, technology, education, healthcare, social services and other key fields with an online degree or skill-building certificate through the Division of Professional Studies at Saint Francis University.

     

  • SFU offers several hands-on, career-focused programs that lead to specialized certifications, including Aviation Maintenance Technician and Patient Care Technician Certificates. 

     

  • Our international students come from far and wide and go on to become physicians, teachers, journalists, engineers, accountants, chemists, and so much more. Our enrollment advisors are ready to help you find your place both here at Saint Francis University. 

     

“I am so glad that I made the decision to go to SFU. I am doing so much better in school since I came here after Edinboro, the faculty and student relationship is unlike anything I’ve seen.”

—Jay Hardy, Saint Francis Graduate

Blog
Saint Francis University - Best Value, Salaries, Social Mobility

Saint Francis University Shines in Wall Street Journal’s 2026 Best Colleges Rankings

Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 10/17/2025
Saint Francis University has been recognized among the nation’s top colleges in the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings, earning distinction for student outcomes and social mobility that reflect its mission of transformative, values-based education.
Saint Francis Fall Open House Dates for 2025 October 25, October 31, and Nov. 8

Mark your Calendars for Fall Open Houses at SFU

University Communications & Marketing | 10/09/2025
Saint Francis University is excited to invite prospective students to explore the possibilities that await them at three upcoming Open House events on Saturday, October 25, Friday, October 31, and Saturday, November 8.
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U.S. News & World Report Names SFU to Best Regional and Best Value Lists

Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 09/23/2025
Saint Francis University continues to excel in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 rankings, securing the #55 position in the "Best Regional Universities"and #62 Best Value University in the North. This recognition places SFU among the top institutions in the region, acknowledging its dedication to high-quality education and student success.
explore aviation careers - student in cockpit

Explore Aviation Careers at Nov. 1 Open House

Kayla Weslager, Class of 2026, Marketing/Digital Media | 09/22/2025
Saint Francis University will host a public Aviation Open House on Nov. 1 at its new Aviation Education Center, offering prospective attendees a up-close look at one of the region’s most innovative career training programs. Learn about pilot and maintenance career tracks.
Welcome Class of 2029

Saint Francis University Welcomes the Class of 2029

University Communications & Marketing | 08/22/2025
The Red Flash Class of 2029 arrived yesterday! From near and far, our newest students and their families pulled into Loretto for New Student Orientation and Move-in, bringing with them fresh energy and big dreams.
2025 Best Colleges for Career Development Badge

SFU one of 2025 Best Colleges with Outstanding Career Services

University Communications & Marketing | 07/18/2025
Saint Francis University has once again been recognized by Colleges of Distinction, this time earning the coveted Career Development College of Distinction badge for 2025–2026. This honor highlights SFU’s exceptional commitment to guiding students through each step of their career journey—equipping them with the tools, connections, and real-world experience needed to succeed beyond graduation.
2025 First Destination Report Cover

Career Success after Graduation: Class of 2024 Survey Results

University Communications & Marketing | 07/18/2025
Each year, Saint Francis University’s First Destination Report shares the results of our annual survey of recent graduates, offering an inside look at where our alumni go next and how their SFU experience shapes their future.
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