Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
63.93%
SAT Average
1,055
ACT Range
20-25
University of St Francis Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 63.93%. This means approximately 639 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,292 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
63.93%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $37,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $37,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $45,375 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,284 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.06% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 79.77% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of St Francis Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$37,000
Room and board
$11,980
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$3,000
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$45,375
Average net price
$16,284
Average aid coverage
64%
$29,091 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of St Francis pays approximately $16,284 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of St Francis?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
University of St Francis net price
$16,284
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
University of St Francis Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $37,000 and average net price at $16,284. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$37,000
Current net price
$16,284
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
64.63%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,926
Undergraduates
1,292
10-Year Median Earnings - University of St Francis vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of St Francis graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of St Francis?
Undergraduates
1,292
Completion rate
64.63%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.06%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
79.77%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.06% of University of St Francis students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 79.77% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of St Francis
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of St Francis's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of St Francis lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of St Francis is listed at 500 N Wilcox St, Joliet, IL 60435-6188. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of St Francis with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of St Francis | 63.93% | $37,000 | $16,284 | $63,926 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Similar Schools in Joliet
This local cluster focuses on nearby Joliet schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Joliet.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of St Francis's acceptance rate?
University of St Francis's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 63.93%.
How much is University of St Francis tuition?
University of St Francis's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $37,000.
What is University of St Francis's average net price?
University of St Francis's average net price in the local dataset is $16,284.
What does University of St Francis cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $9,707 for University of St Francis students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is University of St Francis's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,926 for University of St Francis.
Is University of St Francis accredited?
University of St Francis's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of St Francis?
The local dataset lists 1,292 undergraduate students at University of St Francis.
What percentage of University of St Francis students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of St Francis in the local dataset is 37.06%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of St Francis?
The federal loan rate for University of St Francis in the local dataset is 79.77%.
Where should I verify University of St Francis data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of St Francis or the latest official federal education data.