Saint Francis University

Saint Francis University offers higher education to individuals of all faiths in an environment inspired by Catholic values as expressed through the Franciscan tradition. The University serves undergraduate and graduate students, as well as all learners interested in continuing their personal and professional education. Thus the University aims: to provide both broad intellectual development and career preparation; to develop the ability of students to communicate effectively; to integrate theory and practice; to enhance ethical judgment; to foster moral, spiritual, and social growth, and physical well-being; to promote opportunties to help people directly; to instill a love of lifelong learning and service to others; and, to recognize that higher education is a means by which individuals can improve the condition of the human family.

Saint Francis University is a four-year, coeducational Catholic liberal arts university in Loretto, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1847 and conducted under the tradition of the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular. The university is situated on 600 acres (2.4 km²) in the forests and farmland of Loretto.