by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Saint Francis worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Saint Francis is ranked #1,731 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #41 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Saint Francis offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | #22 of 43 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #22 of 43 |
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | #24 of 45 |
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | #25 of 47 |
| Health/Medical Prep Programs | #29 of 73 |
| Physician Assistant | #32 of 62 |
| Exercise Physiology | #49 of 93 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | #53 of 90 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | #59 of 110 |
| Allied Health Professions | #122 of 187 |
Read the full Saint Francis value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Saint Francis University is ranked #73 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #41 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Saint Francis financial aid page to be sure.
Saint Francis University is ranked #1,731 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Saint Francis University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Saint Francis costs about $25,711. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $102,842 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $59,936 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,526 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,711 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $102,842 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Saint Francis net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Saint Francis degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $239,744 | — | — |
| All Students | $102,842 | #1,731 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $94,104 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $239,744 | — | — |
| All Students | $102,842 | #41 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $94,104 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Saint Francis shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,256 |
| $30K–$48K | $10,865 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,775 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,657 |
| Over $110K | $24,390 |
About 94% of Saint Francis undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $32,212 per year. Get more details on the Saint Francis financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Saint Francis net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.