Saint Francis University is a Catholic university located in Loretto, Pennsylvania, USA. Here is a detailed introduction to the school:

History

The school was founded in 1847. Its predecessor was St. Francis College, which was established by six Franciscan brothers from Roundstone, Ireland. At that time, only men were allowed to enroll.

In 1858, St. Francis College was granted the right to award university degrees, and in 1920 it was granted permission to offer graduate courses.

In 1949, the college amended its charter to allow degrees to be awarded to women, becoming one of the first coeducational Catholic colleges in the United States.

In 2001, St. Francis College was officially upgraded to St. Francis University.

School size

The school covers an area of ​​600 acres and has 1,963 students as of 2023. Name.

Department Settings

Shields College of Business: Provides a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in business-related majors, focusing on cultivating students' business practice and leadership skills, and laying a solid foundation for students' career development in the business field.

College of Health Sciences and Education: Covering majors such as nursing, health sciences, and education, it is committed to cultivating professionals in the fields of health care and education, and through a teaching method that combines theory with practice, enables students to have the ability to cope with practical work challenges.

School of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM): Set up a number of interdisciplinary professional courses to cultivate students' comprehensive literacy and innovation capabilities in multiple fields such as science and technology and art to meet the needs of modern society for compound talents.

Professional Research Department: Mainly provides online degree education and vocational education courses, providing flexible learning paths for working people and students with special learning needs to help them improve their professional skills and knowledge levels.

Professional Courses

The school has a total of 60 Multiple majors, covering undergraduate, graduate and vocational education.

Undergraduate majors include common majors such as accounting, finance, marketing, nursing, physical therapy, computer science, mathematics, biology, psychology, sociology, and some distinctive majors such as entrepreneurship management, digital entertainment technology, etc.

Graduate majors include business management, nursing education, health management, educational leadership, etc., providing students with opportunities to further their studies and improve their professional level.

Teaching characteristics

Value-based education: As a Catholic university, the school integrates Franciscan values ​​into teaching and campus life, such as humility, generosity, respect, service, etc., to cultivate students not only to become talents in professional fields, but also to become moral and responsible social citizens.

Practical teaching: Focusing on the cultivation of practical operation and practical application ability, many majors require students to participate in internships, experimental projects, clinical practice, etc., so that students can consolidate their knowledge in practice, improve their ability to solve practical problems, and enhance their employment competitiveness.

Small class teaching: Smaller class sizes enable teachers to better pay attention to each student's learning progress, provide students with personalized guidance and feedback, promote interaction and communication between teachers and students, and create a good learning atmosphere.

Campus Life

Student Activities: The school has a variety of student organizations and club activities, covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports, religious and other aspects, such as student unions, academic clubs, music clubs, sports teams, volunteer service organizations, etc. Students can participate in them according to their interests and hobbies, expand interpersonal relationships, and enrich their extracurricular life.

Campus Cultural Activities: Various cultural activities are held, such as concerts, drama performances, art exhibitions, cultural festivals, etc., to enrich students' cultural experience, enhance students' understanding and respect for different cultures, and also provide students with a platform to showcase their talents.

Sports: The school's sports teams participate in NCAA Division I level competitions and have school teams for various sports, such as basketball, football, volleyball, track and field, etc. Students can cultivate teamwork spirit, competitive consciousness and a healthy lifestyle by participating in sports competitions.

Campus Environment: The campus is located in Laurel Highlands, Pennsylvania, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, with green trees and unique architectural style, creating a quiet and peaceful learning and living atmosphere, providing students with a comfortable campus environment.

School Ranking

In the 2024 U.S. News In the comprehensive ranking of American universities, the University of Saint Francis ranks 280th.