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University of Saint Francis

Fort Wayne, United States

University of Saint Francis About

Founded by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Perpetual Adoration in 1890, the University of Saint Francis has been formed and guided by its Catholic mission and Franciscan values.Rooted in the Catholic and Franciscan traditions of Faith and Reason, the University of Saint Francis engages a diverse community in learning, leadership, and service.

History

From its earliest days as a teacher-training school to its current status as a degree-granting liberal arts institution, the University of Saint Francis has remained true to its core mission while always evolving with the times.

Education

We are a community sustained by the values of St. Francis, values that remind us to:

  • Revere the unique dignity of each person
  • Encourage a trustful, prayerful community of learners
  • Serve one another, society, and the Church
  • Foster peace and justice, and
  • Respect creation

Career

The road to your success runs through the Career Development Center. Whether you are a current student or alumni, we will support your professional development through a variety of services, including:

  • Career Exploration
  • Job Search
  • Resume and Interview Preparation
  • Mentorship
  • Career Counseling
  • Graduate School Research, and more

University of Saint Francis Key Statistics & Highlights

  • 3 Courses
  • 125 Academic Staff
  • 2,196 Students
  • 1,559 Students (female)

Student services

The Office for Service and Social Action offers many great ways for students to get involved and serve in the community, locally, nationally and globally. Annually, USF students provide over 25,000 hours of service  to the community through community service and service-learning. 

Housing services

The Campus Ministry Building is centrally located on campus behind Brookside on the shore of Mirror Lake. In addition to offices and meeting rooms, the building includes kitchens and common rooms. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to use the facilities to reflect, pray, relax, study, eat, watch TV, shoot pool, play musical instruments, and more.

Library services

The new Rittenhouse R2 Digital Library collection is a database of full-text e-books for nursing, medicine, and allied health. Content includes titles from STM (scientific, technical, and medical) publishers with emphasis on Doody's core titles and Brandon Hill titles. 

Campus life

The Campus Ministry Building is centrally located on campus behind Brookside on the shore of Mirror Lake. In addition to offices and meeting rooms, the building includes kitchens and common rooms. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to use the facilities to reflect, pray, relax, study, eat, watch TV, shoot pool, play musical instruments, and more.

Sports facilities

Men’s Sports

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
Women’s Sports
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
  • Volleyball
Coed Sports
  • Cheerleading

Student clubs

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion is many things — a physical space, a series of programs, a resource for support — but mostly it is where we, the people of USF, come to explore and experience the unifying strength of our differences.

Accreditation

Accreditation is a professional standard that ensures students receive a high-quality education. In the United States, there are six regional accreditation agencies which are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. These agencies regularly evaluate an institution’s academic programs, administration, mission, financial health, and resources.

University of Saint Francis Overview

University of Saint Francis Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Fort Wayne City

University of Saint Francis Student Reviews & Awards

4.4

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5/5

My UEFS

My university is a multicultural/scientific place where everyone shares the same rights and responsibilities. Today, at almost 50 years old, it has established itself as one of the largest cultural/academic centers in the state of Bahia, Brazil. I am proud to study here.

Posted by lazaro
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Aug 2026
5/5

Good place to learn

I am impressed by the campus structure, which is both aesthetically pleasing and designed for functionality. The classes I have taken have been incredibly enriching, offering a wealth of knowledge and insights across various subjects. Additionally, the professors are not only knowledgeable but also approachable, making it easy for students to seek help and engage in meaningful discussions. Overall, my experience has been very positive.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Aug 2026
4/5

Great learning

The university has its advantages in large-scale medical studies, but what I didn't like was that it didn't offer "data science," which was something I wanted to do. However, I delved into the IT field so as not to stray too far from my goal.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Aug 2026
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