About University of Saint Francis
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
2,199
Website
www.sf.eduAccreditation
HLC
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
On Campus Housing
Yes
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is a private, Roman Catholic university located in Fort Wayne, IN. University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne covers an area of 107 acres. It was in 1890 when the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne was founded. Notably, the official colors of the university are royal blue and white. In addition to over 1,745 undergraduate students, USFFW also boasts of over 504 students in its postgraduate courses, taking the total enrollment to over 2,212 (Fall 2016). Around 80% of the students are 24 and under at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne. At USFFW around 74% are white, 10% belong to Hispanic ethnicity, and 8% are Black or African American. And, when it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 70% of the students are females and 30% are males. In its 130 years of existence, the university has produced several well-known people. The average earnings, of the graduates, of this institute is $40,400 with 96% being the employment rate six years after graduation. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. Further, it boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. Taking into account all the undergraduate and graduate degrees, including both residential and online, USFFW offers around 240 programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs), ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing), ADiA (American Dietetic Association), and APTA (American Physical Therapy Association).
Rankings
The ranking of a particular university helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. The ranking of a university is an important parameter by which a prospective student can decide whether they wish to take admission or not. Generally, the ranking of a university is considered a great way to gauge its performance on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. The rankings by two well-known publications, US News and Forbes, are considered trustworthy by applicants and academic experts. However, it is to be noted that University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking by these publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
None
Acceptance Rate
93%
SAT Range
955 - 1150
ACT Range
18 - 24
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
None
The students can make the most out of the admission process as the admission at the university is fairly easy. The varsity has 3 admission thresholds. A non-refundable fee, along with the application form, is required to be deposited by the students, in order to complete the process. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 948-1170, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is 21. However, those getting an ACT score less than 18 might also be offered admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 2701 Spring St, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46808-3994, or call (260) 399-7700.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$16,544
Average Annual Cost
$29,360
Books And Supplies
$1,200
Other Fees
$1,070
Room And Board
$9,840
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,500
Total One Year Cost
$43,970
Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to USFFW. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $44,170. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($31,480), books and supplies ($1,200), room and boarding ($9,840), and budget for other expenses ($2,750). Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
74%
Part-Time Retention Rate
67%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
161 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
35 Graduates
Health Services/Allied Health/Healt...
33 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
20 Graduates
Biology, General
20 Graduates
Allied Health and Medical Assisting...
18 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
16 Graduates
Social Work
16 Graduates
Health and Medical Administrative S...
13 Graduates
Design and Applied Arts
11 Graduates
Chemistry
10 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
10 Graduates
Music
10 Graduates
Visual and Performing Arts, General
10 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
9 Graduates
Research and Experimental Psycholog...
9 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
7 Graduates
Sociology
7 Graduates
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science...
6 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
6 Graduates
Nutrition Sciences
6 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
4 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
3 Graduates
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized...
3 Graduates
Special Education and Teaching
3 Graduates
Dance
2 Graduates
Education, General
2 Graduates
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...
2 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
1 Graduates
Mathematics
1 Graduates
Non-Professional General Legal Stud...
1 Graduates
Philosophy
1 Graduates
Political Science and Government
1 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,778
Socio-Economic Diversity
39%
Part-time
15%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$63,803 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 50% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
50%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
N/A
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around N/A.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
N/A
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Cougars
School Colors
royal blue, white, and silver
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mid-States Football Association
Total Male Athletes
N/A
Total Female Athletes
N/A
Intramural Sports
10
Sports Club
N/A
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
No
On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. At USFFW, $9,840 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne offers a number of dining and meal plan options for its students. The university has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones and 24-hr escort safety rides. There are around 30% male and 70% female students enrolled at the university.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$35,100/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$40,400/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$202 - 305
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$21,396
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,807
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$7,031
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$15,856
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$22,999
$30K - $48K
$24,997
$48K - $75K
$21,365
$75K - $110K
$18,011
> $110K
$15,922
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$3,456,851
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$2,747,935
The financial aid department of University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. At the university, the average federal grant comes to be around $5,236, whereas the financial aid is $16,050. The students at the university are provided with state aid and institutional aid. The state aid stands at $6,671, while the institutional aid is $16,050. The need-based scholarships awarded to students admitted to University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne amount to $3,456,851 per annum. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants awarded in a year total $2,747,935.