University of Saint Francis Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is a private research university in Fort Wayne, Indiana, enrolling about 1,567 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 95.97% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,362 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $36,460
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,196 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 95.97% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,567 91.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 54.97%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
- First-Generation Students: 35.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 10.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 95.5%
- Average SAT Score: 981
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,944
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,560
- Room & Board: $11,872 annual estimate
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is located in Fort Wayne, IN (ZIP 46808-3994).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne public or private?
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne cost?
Published tuition: $36,460.
Average net price after aid: $18,196.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,720 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,392 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,525 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,248 |
| $110,001+ | $24,373 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $145,840.
How hard is it to get into University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
Admission rate: 95.97%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 981 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
Total enrollment: 1,567 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,944 students.
Graduate enrollment: 196 students.
About 92% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
150%-time completion rate: 54.97%.
First-year retention: 70.7%.
What do graduates of University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne earn?
Median earnings: $47,944 six years after entry; $55,362 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,976.
43.85% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (155 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (41 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (28 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (27 completions)
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer (27 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (25 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (25 completions)
- Health and Wellness, General (22 completions)
- Psychology, General (19 completions)
- Physical Therapy Assistant (19 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 95.97%; completion rate 54.97%; median earnings $55,362 at 10 years; net price $18,196. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$36,460
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne was $36,460.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,196
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,196.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$72,784 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,196 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$145,840 4-Year Tuition
$11,872 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,780 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$50,112 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$200,448 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne.
Financial Aid by Income Level
43.85% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
61.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $25,180 | $25,180 | $16,809 |
| 2014 | $25,930 | $25,930 | $17,231 |
| 2015 | $27,220 | $27,220 | $16,197 |
| 2016 | $28,310 | $28,310 | $17,579 |
| 2017 | $29,430 | $29,430 | $18,916 |
| 2018 | $30,430 | $30,430 | $17,460 |
| 2019 | $31,480 | $31,480 | $17,796 |
| 2020 | $32,420 | $32,420 | $18,389 |
| 2021 | $33,390 | $33,390 | $17,773 |
| 2022 | $34,050 | $34,050 | $18,391 |
| 2023 | $35,420 | $35,420 | $20,361 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
95.97% Acceptance Rate
1,560 Total Applicants
1,522 Students Admitted
442 First-Time Students Enrolled
29.04% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 981
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne reported total enrollment of about 1,567 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (65.1%), Hispanic or Latino (12.8%), and Black or African American (11.0%). About 43.85% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 35.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne in 2024 is 1,567 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,944 students. Graduate enrollment is about 196 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 65.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
42.04% 100% Completion Time
54.97% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 42.04% of students graduating from University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 11% male / 89% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 59% male / 41% female
- Special Education and Teaching, General: 21% male / 79% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne.
Return on Investment
$25,976 Median Student Debt
$55,362 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
46.92% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
660.63% Return on Investment
4.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 47 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 155 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 41 completions
3. Special Education and Teaching, General: 28 completions
4. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 27 completions
5. Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer: 27 completions
6. Elementary Education and Teaching: 25 completions
7. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 25 completions
8. Health and Wellness, General: 22 completions
9. Psychology, General: 19 completions
Most popular programs at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 95.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,265
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,311
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is a private non-profit institution located in Fort Wayne, IN, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Special Education and Teaching, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,567 students. Student body composition includes White (65.1%), Hispanic or Latino (12.8%), Black or African American (11.0%). The admission rate is 95.97%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 981. The 150%-time completion rate is 54.97%. Approximately 43.85% of students receive Pell Grants. About 35.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
Location
Fort Wayne, IN 46808-3994
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne located?
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is located in Fort Wayne, IN.
What is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is 96.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,560 applicants and 1,522 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne cost?
Reported tuition is $36,460 and average net price is $18,196 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,872 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,944 students, White (65.1%), Hispanic or Latino (12.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
About 35.9% of students at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne reports midpoint SAT about 981 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne earn?
Median earnings are $47,944 six years after entry and $55,362 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,976.
Is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne public or private?
University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is a private nonprofit institution located in Fort Wayne, IN.
Is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne an HBCU?
No. University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne a tribal college?
No. University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Indiana college costs
- Indiana colleges by ROI
- Fort Wayne, Indiana city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Indiana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.