Saint Francis University

It is moderately difficult to get into Saint Francis University. The university admitted 73% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 2,063 students applied to Saint Francis University and 1,513 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Saint Francis University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Saint Francis University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Saint Francis University's admissions stats.

Saint Francis University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	28.41%
Mean SAT Score	1140
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	61%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	20%
Waitlist	Yes

Saint Francis University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Saint Francis University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Saint Francis University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Is Saint Francis University Difficult To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Saint Francis University. Saint Francis University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, Saint Francis University accepted 73% of students, around 1,513 from 2,063 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Saint Francis University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to physician assistant, physical therapy and occupational therapy programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to Saint Francis University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Saint Francis University

In 2022, Saint Francis University waitlisted 48 students and 48 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 23 eventually were offered a spot.

What Does Saint Francis University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Saint Francis University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Saint Francis University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with Saint Francis University for more information on admission factors.

Saint Francis University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Saint Francis University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Saint Francis University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	1	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Saint Francis University?

Students admitted to Saint Francis University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 100% submitted a class rank. At Saint Francis University 28.41% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 53.41% were in the top 25% and 80.11% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Saint Francis University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	33%
3.75 and 3.99	24%
3.50 and 3.74	15%
3.25 and 3.49	11%
3.00 and 3.24	9.66%
2.50 and 2.9	6.7%
2.00 and 2.49	0.33%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Saint Francis University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Saint Francis University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 61% of Saint Francis University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 20% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Saint Francis University?

To be competitive with other Saint Francis University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1030 and 1240 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Saint Francis University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1240 and 25% of scored lower than 1030, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Saint Francis University student is 1140.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Saint Francis University students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Saint Francis University students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at Saint Francis University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Saint Francis University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Saint Francis University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Saint Francis University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Saint Francis University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Saint Francis University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Saint Francis University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Saint Francis University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Saint Francis University.

Does Saint Francis University accept transfer credits?

✅ Saint Francis University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Saint Francis University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Saint Francis University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Saint Francis University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Saint Francis University?

✅ Saint Francis University is not test optional.

What is Saint Francis University's acceptance rate?

✅ Saint Francis University has an acceptance rate of 73%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Saint Francis University?

❌ Saint Francis University does not offer early decision.

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