ADMISSIONS
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
At Saint Francis University, we are committed to ensuring the highest quality education is both affordable and accessible.
Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
Annual tuition amounts are approved by the University's Board of Trustees.
Tuition Rates for 2024-2025
Financial Assistance
We know you have lots of questions about this investment in your future. Don't worry, we're here to help! Our Financial Assistance team is here to walk you through the process.
Undergraduate Tuition for 2024-2025 Academic Year
The tuition rate for the 2024-25 academic year is $42,900 for a full-time, traditional undergraduate student.
Undergraduate Cost Summary
estimated based on two semesters (fall/spring) of full-time study (12-18 credits each semester)
all credits over the flat rate maximum of 18 credits are an additional $1,342 per credit
Annual Totals | Residents | Commuters |
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Tuition Flat Rate (12-18 credits per semester) | $42,900 | $42,900 |
Room (2024-2025 Double Occupancy) | $6,300 | n/a |
Meal Plan (Premium option ) | $7,200 | optional |
Lab/Course Fees | lab fees | lab fees |
Student Health Insurance (must be waived by student) See policy | $2,461 | $2,461 |
Vehicle Registration | $155 | $130 |
All University Fee (per semester) | $550 | $550 |
Summer/Winter Tuition
Health Science Students (PA, PT, OT): $1,283 per credit (summer 2024)
All other undergraduate students: $485 per credit
Part-time Undergraduate Rate
Undergraduate students registered for fewer than 12 credits: $1,283 per credit
Undergraduate Fees Break Down
Other Fees
Fee Name | Amount | Details |
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Audit Fee | $671 | |
Lab & Course Fees | varies by course | See Fees |
Late Check-In Fee | $125 | |
Official Transcript | $25 | |
Special Exam Fee | $35 | |
ID Replacement | $20 |
Lab & Course Fees
American Sign Language
ASL 112/201/202/203/250/312 | $50 |
ASL305 | $265 |
Aviation
Private Pilot Certificate: AVI 111, AVI 112 | $7,500 |
Instrument Rating: AVI 211, AVI 212 | $7,500 |
Commercial Pilot Certificate: AVI 301, AVI 302 | $13,250 |
Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Fees
Biology
Biology 203 | $61 |
Biology 110, 111, 204, 205, 206, 208, 211, 218, 307, 320, 405,406 | $170 |
Biology 214,301,302,401 | $205 |
Biology 430 | $240 |
Biology 312, MS471, MS491 | $170 |
Chemistry
Chemistry (all courses with a lab) | $210 |
BioChem
BioChemistry BIO405, CHEM405, BCHM405, BCHM408, BCHM302 | $180 |
Communications
Communications 301,305,435 | $210 |
Communications 220,308 | $180 |
Education
Education 429,430,431,432 | $75 |
Education 450,451 | $240 |
Engineering
Engineering 101,102, 201, 202, 498 | $130 |
Engineering 301,315,325, 335, 415, 427, 435 | $230 |
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Engineering 311,411,413, 414, 421-24,499 | $130 |
Environmental Engineering 321,322,415 | $230 |
Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology 305,330,400 | $160 |
Fermentation
FERM 295, 301, 401 | $210 |
FERM 207, 302, 303, 402, 403 | $160 |
Geology
Geology 205 | $125 |
Marine Science
Marine Science 101 | $364 |
Marine Science 102,103 | $260 |
Marine Science 104 | $420 |
Marine Science 105 | $105 |
Marine Science 106 | $210 |
Marine Science 109, 111, 125 | $130 |
Marine Science 113-121, 123, 124 | $182 |
Marine Science 122 | $156 |
Marine Science 201-202 | $1,550 |
Marine Science Certificate 101 | $260 |
Marine Science Certificate 102 | $156 |
Marine Science Certificate 103 | $182 |
Marine Science Certificate 105 | $90 |
Marine Science Certificate 106 | $162 |
Marine Science Certificate 109, 111 | $78 |
Marine Science Certificate 113-121, 123, 124 | $130 |
Marine Science Certificate 122 | $105 |
Marine Science Certificate 125 | $52 |
Marine Science Certificate 201-202 | $990 |
Music Lessons
Music Lesson Fee MUS 131,141,151,161 | $210 |
Music Lesson Fee MUS 132,142,152,162 | $420 |
Nursing
Nursing 200 | $110 |
Nursing 300-303 | $320 |
Nursing 401,402,404 | $375 |
Nursing 405,413 | $205 |
Physics
all Physics courses with/lab | $86 |
Physical Therapy
all PT courses with/lab) | $160 |
Psychology
Psychology 302,303 | $60 |
Psychology 314 | $65 |
Psychology 415 | $140 |
Housing and Dining Options
On-Campus Housing
Room Type (Per Semester) | All other residence halls | Christian Hall |
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Single | $4,550 | $5,450 |
Double | $3,150 | $3,544 |
Triple | $2,828 | $3,126 |
Suites | $4,022 | $4,494 |
Off-Campus Housing
Includes Honors House, Pine View Townhouses, East Gate Apartments, Spaulding Cottage, Theme Housing, and Non-Owned Housing) | $4,494 |
Graduate Housing (175 Saint Joes) | $3,544 |
Meal Plan Options
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About Our Meal Plans
Key Points
- All resident students are required to have a meal plan.
- Purchase plans through the Office of Residence Life located in Padua 239, phone 814-472-3029.
- All Flex Bonus Dollars and Dining Dollars expire at the end of each semester.
The higher the purchase price, the greater the value!
- Choose a plan that suits your needs. Details are tabs are below.
- Once purchased "meal swipe/dining dollars" are deposited on the student's ID card, which works similar to a debit card. No need to carry cash or find an ATM.
- The Dining Dollars can be used at Torvian Dining Hall or any of our retail facilities including Frankie's, Padua Express or Adamucci Café.
- The Dining Dollars are non-refundable and expire at the end of each semester.
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Unlimited Plan: $3,790/ semester
Unlimited Plan Includes:
This plan does not offer a meal equivalency option (meal swipe cannot be used anywhere other than Torvian)
- Unlimited meals at Torvian
- $300 Flex Dollars
- 8 Guest meals
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Premium Plan: $3,600/semester
Premium Plan includes:
- 275 Meal Swipes
- $100 Flex Dollars
- 8 Guest meals
- $6.25 Meal Equivalency (meal swipe can be used at Frankie’s)
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Standard Plan: $3,600/semester
Standard Plan Includes:
- 215 Meal Swipes
- $225 Flex Dollars
- 5 Guest meals
- $6.25 Meal Equivalency (meal swipe can be used at Frankie’s)
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Value Plan: $2,794/semester
Value Plan includes:
- 100 Meal Swipes
- $375 Flex Dollars
- No Guest meals
- $6.25 Meal Equivalency (meal swipe can be used at Frankie’s)
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Commuter Plans: $300-$750
Plans tailored for commuters:
- $750 Plan = includes $825 Flex
- $500 Plan = includes $550 Flex
- $300 Plan = includes $330 Flex
Key Points
- All resident students are required to have a meal plan.
- Purchase plans through the Office of Residence Life located in Padua 239, phone 814-472-3029.
- All Flex Bonus Dollars and Dining Dollars expire at the end of each semester.
The higher the purchase price, the greater the value!
- Choose a plan that suits your needs. Details are tabs are below.
- Once purchased "meal swipe/dining dollars" are deposited on the student's ID card, which works similar to a debit card. No need to carry cash or find an ATM.
- The Dining Dollars can be used at Torvian Dining Hall or any of our retail facilities including Frankie's, Padua Express or Adamucci Café.
- The Dining Dollars are non-refundable and expire at the end of each semester.
Unlimited Plan Includes:
This plan does not offer a meal equivalency option (meal swipe cannot be used anywhere other than Torvian)
- Unlimited meals at Torvian
- $300 Flex Dollars
- 8 Guest meals
Premium Plan includes:
- 275 Meal Swipes
- $100 Flex Dollars
- 8 Guest meals
- $6.25 Meal Equivalency (meal swipe can be used at Frankie’s)
Standard Plan Includes:
- 215 Meal Swipes
- $225 Flex Dollars
- 5 Guest meals
- $6.25 Meal Equivalency (meal swipe can be used at Frankie’s)
Value Plan includes:
- 100 Meal Swipes
- $375 Flex Dollars
- No Guest meals
- $6.25 Meal Equivalency (meal swipe can be used at Frankie’s)
Plans tailored for commuters:
- $750 Plan = includes $825 Flex
- $500 Plan = includes $550 Flex
- $300 Plan = includes $330 Flex