School Details
Saint Francis University is a private, not-for-profit, four-year, Catholic liberal arts institution located in Loretto, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1847 by six Franciscan Friars that came to the States from Ireland in order to establish this school. Shortly thereafter, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania approved the granting of degrees. One of the first Catholic universities established in the nation and the first Franciscan college, Saint Francis continued to expand the curriculum and the physical campus throughout the twentieth century. In 2001, the school gained university status and was renamed Saint Francis University.
The university offers online programs and maintains a campus in Ambialet, France. Students can pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees ranging from associate’s to doctorate degrees. Degrees are housed in the:
- School of Arts & Letters
- School of Business
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Sciences
Saint Francis University offers undergraduate degrees, accelerated master’s degrees, and a doctorate all 100% online. These online degrees are designed to meet the unique challenges working adults face when they enter school. Students in these online programs receive personalized advice and support from the faculty who bring real-world expertise into the classroom.
Accreditation & Licensing
Saint Francis University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)