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Brookings study affirms SFU as economic mobility engine
A recent report from the Brookings Institution ranks Saint Francis University fourth among four-year schools with the greatest success in Middle-Class Mobility. Within its selectivity tier, Saint Francis University stands as the number one ranked insti...
Sep 11, 2020, 11:22am EDT

Saint Francis University Upward Bound Program Accepting Student Applications
The Saint Francis University Upward Bound Program is accepting applications from college bound 9th and 10th grade students attending public schools throughout Cambria County. Upward Bound is designed to help students prepare for and pursue a college d...
Sep 10, 2020, 10:11am EDT

SFU once again featured for return to on-campus instruction
Saint Francis University once again has been featured for its successful return to on-campus instruction this fall. The university was highlighted in April by Wally Boston, President of American Public University System, in his well known blog. Emphasi...
Sep 2, 2020, 10:45am EDT

SFU One of the Best Colleges in America, Ranked by Value
Saint Francis University is honored to once again be named on the "Best Colleges in America" by the national financial publication, Money. Money's annual Best Colleges for Your Money ranking offers a practical analysis of more than 700 four-year col...
Sep 2, 2020, 9:38am EDT

SFU ranks as one of best healthcare management programs in the U.S.
Saint Francis University has been named one of the best healthcare management programs in the United States according to University HQ, an online resource that helps students navigate through the higher education search process The site ranked Saint...
Aug 28, 2020, 12:50pm EDT

Br. Shamus Prepares for His 10th Annual Charity Bike Ride
On September 14, 2020, Brother Shamus McGrenra, a 73-year-old, stage 4 colon cancer survivor and Franciscan Friar will embark on his 10th Annual #GoBroShamus Charity Bike Ride. All the money raised will be used to support the Dorothy Day Outreach Cente...
Aug 27, 2020, 2:19pm EDT
Saint Francis University Celebrates the Annual Mass of the Holy Spirit
Saint Francis University community gathered for the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit on Thursday, August 20 to mark the opening of the academic school year. The Mass was celebrated by University President, Fr. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R. Each year thi...
Aug 26, 2020, 2:54pm EDT

2020 Engineering Design Challenge open for high school students
High school students interested in engineering, creative design, and/or science are encouraged to participate in the first-ever, Saint Francis University 2020 Engineering Design Challenge. Challengers will work on a solo design solution with the hel...
Aug 10, 2020, 12:37pm EDT

Saint Francis University MBA Program announces new specializations
The Saint Francis University MBA program offered though the Shields School of Business announced several new specialty areas for working adult and full-time graduate students. Students can tailor their MBA by choosing a one of the new concentrations in...
Jul 28, 2020, 9:19am EDT

Expanded Portfolio of Catholic Activities Enriches Core Saint Francis University Mission
Saint Francis University is pleased to announce three important initiatives designed to further an already substantial commitment to Catholic, Franciscan education. The additional offerings for university students represent a generous commitment to an ...
Jul 21, 2020, 10:52am EDT