Visit & Tour
Saint Francis welcomed the largest class in 10 years this fall, and we invite you to come and see why we outshine the rest!
Tour our 600-acre campus and meet faculty, students, and staff who can give you an inside look at the incredible SFU experience. Whether you are a first-year, transfer, or graduate student, we can arrange a visit perfect for you.
Our visit days fill up fast, so register today and find out why over 20,000 successful alumni call Saint Francis University home.
Spotlight Event: Open House
April 23, 2022
This full-day experience will allow you to see what SFU is all about! The day begins around 9:00 AM (EST) and will conclude around 3:00 PM (EST).
While you're here, you will connect with your admissions professionals, meet with faculty, explore campus with a current student as your guide, and enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch in our spacious dining hall.
Choose Your Visit Experience!
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Weekday Visits: On-Campus or Virtual
Register now: Click here to choose your visit date
Join us for this half-day campus visit experience where you'll learn more about our academic programs, tour campus, enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch, and meet with your designated admissions counselor.
You can choose from morning or afternoon visits Monday through Friday.
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Open Houses
Register now: April 23, 2022
This full-day experience will allow you to see what SFU is all about! The day begins around 9:00 AM (EST) and will conclude around 3:00 PM (EST).
While you're here, you will connect with your admissions professionals, meet with faculty, explore campus with a current student as your guide, and enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch in our spacious dining hall.
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Saturday Visits
Register now:
January 22, 2022
February 12, 2022
March 26, 2022
April 9, 2022
May 14, 2022
May 21, 2022
Saturday Visit Days are half-day, in-person visits perfect for busy families who can’t visit during the work/school week. Your day will go from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. While you're here, you will tour campus with a current student, meet with admissions professionals, and enjoy lunch in our dining hall.
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Faith Visit Friday
Register now:
February 18, 2022
March 25, 2022
April 22, 2022
During your Faith Visit Friday, you'll discover the deep sense of spirituality and faith that so many of our students have come to experience and enjoy! Your visit offers all the essential elements of our weekday visits and will incorporate an optional mass and a meeting with our Campus Ministry team members.
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ACT On Campus
Register now:
Saturday ACT Options
Register to take the ACT on Campus during select Saturday ACT Testing Events and receive your scores within one week. Pre-Registration is required.
January 22, 2022
ACT Morning Test Only
ACT Morning Campus Visit with Afternoon Test
ACT Afternoon Test Only
March 26, 2022
ACT Morning Test Only
ACT Morning Campus Visit with Afternoon Test
ACT Afternoon Test Only
May 21, 2022
ACT Morning Test Only
ACT Morning Campus Visit with Afternoon Test
ACT Afternoon Test Only
Weekday ACT Options
You can register to take the Residual ACTs Monday through Friday in our very accommodating Testing Center. Contact Ms. Terri Kirby, Academic Support Specialist, to schedule the exam. You can call her at 814.472.3287 or email her at tkirby@francis.edu
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Aviation Virtual Informational Session
Register now:
January 26, 2022 at 6PM EST
Have you considered becoming a pilot while earning your college degree and taking your career to new heights?
The Aviation Concentration at SFU is a unique opportunity to earn your fixed-wing pilot’s license while earning your bachelor’s degree in things like healthcare, engineering, business, criminal justice, and more! The combinations and possibilities of your future horizons are virtually endless!
Join us for a virtual informational session that will feature flight instructors, professional pilots, current students, and SFU faculty to learn how you can become a pilot and become that someone at Saint Francis University.
Register now: Click here to choose your visit date
Join us for this half-day campus visit experience where you'll learn more about our academic programs, tour campus, enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch, and meet with your designated admissions counselor.
You can choose from morning or afternoon visits Monday through Friday.
Register now: April 23, 2022
This full-day experience will allow you to see what SFU is all about! The day begins around 9:00 AM (EST) and will conclude around 3:00 PM (EST).
While you're here, you will connect with your admissions professionals, meet with faculty, explore campus with a current student as your guide, and enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch in our spacious dining hall.
Register now:
January 22, 2022
February 12, 2022
March 26, 2022
April 9, 2022
May 14, 2022
May 21, 2022
Saturday Visit Days are half-day, in-person visits perfect for busy families who can’t visit during the work/school week. Your day will go from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. While you're here, you will tour campus with a current student, meet with admissions professionals, and enjoy lunch in our dining hall.
Register now:
February 18, 2022
March 25, 2022
April 22, 2022
During your Faith Visit Friday, you'll discover the deep sense of spirituality and faith that so many of our students have come to experience and enjoy! Your visit offers all the essential elements of our weekday visits and will incorporate an optional mass and a meeting with our Campus Ministry team members.
Register now:
Saturday ACT Options
Register to take the ACT on Campus during select Saturday ACT Testing Events and receive your scores within one week. Pre-Registration is required.
January 22, 2022
ACT Morning Test Only
ACT Morning Campus Visit with Afternoon Test
ACT Afternoon Test Only
March 26, 2022
ACT Morning Test Only
ACT Morning Campus Visit with Afternoon Test
ACT Afternoon Test Only
May 21, 2022
ACT Morning Test Only
ACT Morning Campus Visit with Afternoon Test
ACT Afternoon Test Only
Weekday ACT Options
You can register to take the Residual ACTs Monday through Friday in our very accommodating Testing Center. Contact Ms. Terri Kirby, Academic Support Specialist, to schedule the exam. You can call her at 814.472.3287 or email her at tkirby@francis.edu
Register now:
January 26, 2022 at 6PM EST
Have you considered becoming a pilot while earning your college degree and taking your career to new heights?
The Aviation Concentration at SFU is a unique opportunity to earn your fixed-wing pilot’s license while earning your bachelor’s degree in things like healthcare, engineering, business, criminal justice, and more! The combinations and possibilities of your future horizons are virtually endless!
Join us for a virtual informational session that will feature flight instructors, professional pilots, current students, and SFU faculty to learn how you can become a pilot and become that someone at Saint Francis University.
Sip a latte at Adamucci's Cafe
Hang out at Degol Field and try to spot Frankie
Order a Bravisimo original
Swing by DiSepio to see our commitment to health and wellness
Tour a renovated res hall to plan your decor
Take a peaceful walk around the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto
Stop by the Selfie Station in JFK (and tag us on social media!)
And since you're here to learn--find your academic building
Frequently Asked Questions About Your Visit & Tour
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Is someone available to help me with my campus visit registration?
Absolutely! If you're stuck or have any questions about the visit registration form or need to make a special request, please feel free to call our Campus Visit Coordinator at 1-814-472-3100 to assist you in completing your registration.
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How do I get to campus? Where do I park?
Use 117 Evergreen Drive Loretto, PA on your GPS device.
Upon your arrival to campus, look for the Admissions Welcome Center at St. Francis Hall which is conveniently located directly between Torvian Dining Hall and the Immaculate Conception Chapel.
There is ample parking adjacent to the center and our warm and friendly admissions staff will greet you and your family and provide you with your personalized visit itinerary, helpful information, and some pretty sweet SFU swag, too!
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I have financial aid questions. Will you cover this during my visit?
Our knowledgeable Admissions Counselors provide financial aid information during all of our visit opportunities. In addition, the Financial Aid Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m for appointments, and we're happy to arrange an individual meeting with the office upon your request.
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What will I get to see on my tour?
Campus tours are led by our student ambassadors and include various stops in academic buildings, campus dining locations, the library, and the student center. Along the tour, our ambassadors will provide you with facts about Saint Francis University's history and traditions.
Residence hall rooms are included as part of the campus tour. The residential experience of college life is a significant learning opportunity for students. We want you to see your home away from home!
Please wear comfortable walking shoes. If anyone in your party needs special transportation or other accommodations, we're happy to help, but please let us know ahead of time.
Absolutely! If you're stuck or have any questions about the visit registration form or need to make a special request, please feel free to call our Campus Visit Coordinator at 1-814-472-3100 to assist you in completing your registration.
Use 117 Evergreen Drive Loretto, PA on your GPS device.
Upon your arrival to campus, look for the Admissions Welcome Center at St. Francis Hall which is conveniently located directly between Torvian Dining Hall and the Immaculate Conception Chapel.
There is ample parking adjacent to the center and our warm and friendly admissions staff will greet you and your family and provide you with your personalized visit itinerary, helpful information, and some pretty sweet SFU swag, too!
Our knowledgeable Admissions Counselors provide financial aid information during all of our visit opportunities. In addition, the Financial Aid Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m for appointments, and we're happy to arrange an individual meeting with the office upon your request.
Campus tours are led by our student ambassadors and include various stops in academic buildings, campus dining locations, the library, and the student center. Along the tour, our ambassadors will provide you with facts about Saint Francis University's history and traditions.
Residence hall rooms are included as part of the campus tour. The residential experience of college life is a significant learning opportunity for students. We want you to see your home away from home!
Please wear comfortable walking shoes. If anyone in your party needs special transportation or other accommodations, we're happy to help, but please let us know ahead of time.
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Where we like to stay
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Where we like to eat
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What we like to do
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Cresson, PA
Cresson House Bed & Breakfast
Ebensburg, PA
Quality Inn
Noon Collins Inn
Johnstown, PA
Hampton Inn
Altoona, PA
Wingate by Wyndham
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Cresson, PA
Vito’s Restaurant & Pizzeria
Ebensburg, PA
Off the Rak
Pour on Center
Saint Francis University - All located on campus
Torvian Dining Hall, Frankies Campus Club, and Adamucci Café (Proudly serving Starbucks)
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Ebenbsurg, PA
Nathan's Divide Watershed Education Center
Ghost Town Trail
Altoona, PA
Altoona Curve Minor League Baseball
DelGrosso Amusement Park
Blue Knob Ski Resort
Johnstown, PA
Bottleworks Ethnic Arts Center
Heritage Discovery Center