U.S. News & World Report Names SFU to Best Regional and Best Value Lists
Best Regional University and Best Value in the North
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.
Social Mobility
The University also earned a spot at #103 in the "Top Performers in Social Mobility" list, underscoring its commitment to supporting economically disadvantaged students in achieving academic success. This ranking reflects U.S. News' emphasis on outcome-based performance measures.
Engineering Accolades
U.S. News & World Report also ranked SFU's Undergraduate Engineering Programs at #197. Saint Francis University's engineering programs stand out in a personalized liberal arts environment, offering benefits often found at large research institutions. Students gain hands-on experience with advanced labs, real-world projects, and industry-standard software. SFU's small class sizes allow close mentoring from Ph.D.-level faculty. Accredited by ABET, programs include General and Environmental Engineering, with opportunities for minors in Aeronautics, Mechanical, Robotics, and more. Information on the engineering program may be found at https://www.francis.edu/academics/degrees-programs/engineering.
Recent National Recognitions
In addition to the U.S. News honors, Saint Francis University recently garnered recognition in several other prominent national rankings:
Colleges of Distinction: SFU is a 10-year recipient of the Overall Colleges of Distinction, Catholic Colleges of Distinction, and Pennsylvania College of Distinction awards, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to student-centered and values-based learning.
Washington Monthly 2025 College Guide: The University appears in two categories: the 2025 Best Bang for the Buck: Northeast and the 2025 Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax Dollars Master’s University category.
Collectively, the rankings and accolades reaffirm Saint Francis University's role as a leader in higher education, committed to fostering academic excellence, social mobility, and mission-driven education. These national recognitions reflect the University's unwavering dedication to providing a transformative education that is both accessible and impactful.