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UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS
For more than 100 years, the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois has prepared students for a life of service and leadership.
Steeped in a rich Catholic, Franciscan tradition, USF is home to a welcoming community of nearly 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students and more than 54,000 proud alumni across the globe.
WELCOME
If you’re interested in becoming a USF Saint, scan this QR to get details about everything mentioned in this book and more. You can also take a virtual tour or visit our website to schedule an in-person visit.
ACCREDITATIONS & RECOGNITION
Accreditations and nationally ranked programs—taught by expert professors—give proof that USF students are well educated, expertly trained and thoroughly prepared in their courses for meaningful careers. Our graduates experience an exceptional job placement rate and most are hired prior to or within six months of graduating.
All of this means one thing: FUTURE SUCCESS.
A THRIVING CAMPUS LIFE
Find your perfect fit at the University of St. Francis! There are three residence halls to call home, a multitude of clubs and organizations to join, and even more activities to keep you busy, having fun, and making lifetime friends.
“Our tight knit community allows me to make connections with other students while also getting involved on campus.”
DAPHNE Criminal & Social Justice Major
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID
USF is committed to an affordable education for all students. Over 98% of first-year students receive some type of financial aid at USF, with numerous scholarships and grants available. For those who meet admission criteria, academic awards and scholarships range from $1,000 to full tuition per year.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
In addition to offering a number of study abroad opportunities, USF welcomes international students from more than 20 countries. They enrich USF classroom experiences with their unique, global perspectives and thrive on our quaint campus, in small classes, getting the personal attention all students need to succeed.
CAMPUSES
USF operates three campuses in Joliet. The Main Campus has been at the heart of Joliet’s historic Cathedral Area for more than 100 years. Just a few miles away, the St. Clare Campus houses the Leach College of Nursing. The downtown St. Bonaventure Campus includes modern Art & Design facilities and an art gallery. A shuttle service conveniently connects them and gets students to their classes right on time.
ATHLETICS
Over 400 student-athletes on 22 teams have earned USF four NAIA national championships. The Fighting Saints excel on the playing field and in the classroom, boasting a 3.31 cumulative GPA annually. With athletic scholarships available for many students, it pays to play!
“USF
athletes compete with heart, grounded in Franciscan values that shape champions in sport and in life.”
TALIA Nursing Major & Volleyball Player
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Art & Design (B.A.)
• Graphic Design
• Photography
• Studio Art
Biochemistry (B.S.)
• Pre-Dental
• Pre-Medicine
• Pre-Optometry
• Pre-Pharmacy
Biology (B.S.)
• Pre-Athletic Training
• Pre-Dental
• Pre-Medicine
• Pre-Occupational Therapy
• Pre-Optometry
• Pre-Pharmacy
• Pre-Physical Therapy
• Pre-Physician Assistant
• Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Biology with Biology/Science
Concentration and Professional Educator License—Secondary Education (B.S.)
Communication & Media Arts (B.A.)
• Advertising & Marketing
• Audio
• Journalism & Public Communication
• Media Studies
• Video
• Visual Communication
Computer Science (B.S.)
Criminal & Social Justice (B.A.)
• Forensics
• Language & Cultural Diversity
• Law & Politics
• Leadership
• Psychology
• Social Work
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (B.S.)
Digital Humanities (B.A.)
English (B.A.)
• Comparative Literature
• English Literature
• Writing
English with English/Language Arts
Concentration and Professional Educator
License—Secondary Education (B.A.)
History (B.A.)
• European History
• Non-Western
• United States
History with History/Social Science
Concentration and Professional Educator License—Secondary Education (B.A.)
Histotechnology (B.S.)
Industrial & Organizational
Psychology (B.A.)
Information Technology (B.S.)
Information Technology & Network Specialist (B.S.)
Liberal Studies (B.A.)
Mathematics (B.S.)
• Actuarial Science
• Data Science
• Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics & Computer Science (B.S.)
Mathematics with Professional Educator License—Secondary Education (B.S.)
Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.)
Nuclear Medicine Technology (B.S.)
Political Science (B.A.)
• American Politics
• Pre-Law
• Public Policy
Psychology (B.A.)
Radiation Therapy (B.S.)
Radiography (B.S.)
Recreation & Sport Management (B.A.)
• Community Recreation & Park Resources
• Recreation Therapy
• Sport Management
Social Work (BSW)
Substance Abuse Counseling (B.A.)
Theology (B.A.)
• Pastoral Ministry
• Teaching Ministry
Visual Arts with Professional Educator License (B.A.)
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
Accounting & Business Analysis (BBA)
Business Analytics (B.S.)
Entrepreneurship (BBA)
Finance (BBA)
• Banking & Credit Analysis
• Entrepreneurial &
Small Business Finance
• Financial Planning
• General Financial Management
Health Care Management (BBA)
International Business (BBA)
Marketing (BBA)
Supply Chain Management (BBA)
Values-Based Management (BBA)
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Elementary Education (B.A.)
Middle Grades Education (B.A.)
• General Science
• Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Social Science
Secondary Education (B.A. or B.S.)
The major is obtained in the teaching field of study: see Biology, English, History and Mathematics with Professional Educator License majors listed under College of Arts & Sciences.
Special Education (B.A.)
Optional elementary endorsement is available.
Visual Arts Education (B.A.)
The major is obtained in the teaching field of study: see Visual Arts with Professional Educator License major listed under College of Arts & Sciences.
LEACH COLLEGE OF NURSING
Nursing (BSN)
MINORS
• Accounting
• Art & Design
• Art & Design - Photography
• Biology
• Business
• Business Analytics
• Chemistry
• Communication & Media Arts
• Computer Science
• Criminal & Social Justice
• Cybersecurity & Crime
• Data Science
• Digital Audio Recording Arts
• Entrepreneurship
• Environmental Science
• Environmental Studies
• Finance
• Fine Arts History
• Foreign Language
• Franciscan Service
• Gerontology
• History
• Industrial & Organizational Psychology
• Information Technology
• International Business
• International Studies
• Leadership Studies
• Literature
• Marketing
• Mathematics
• Music
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Recreation & Sport Management
• Recreation Therapy
• Social Work
• Spanish Biliteracy
• Sport Communication
• Sport Marketing
• Supply Chain Management
• TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages)
• Theology
• User Generated Content
• Values-Based Management
• Writing
• Youth Development
ARTS & HUMANITIES
USF’s College of Arts & Sciences offers programs in the arts, humanities and social sciences with majors like Art & Design, Communication & Media Arts, English, History, Information Technology, Math, Psychology, Social Work and more. Express yourself through the liberal arts!
“The Psychology Department within the College of Arts & Sciences has always provided a welcoming atmosphere and has helped me determine what I want to do in my future career.”
JAELYNN Psychology Major
THE SCIENCES
USF’s LaVerne & Dorothy Brown Science Hall contains cutting-edge labs, interactive classrooms, and open study spaces. Students learn in small classes with faculty who work alongside them in disciplines like biology and biochemistry, with a host of pre-professional medical concentrations for those interested in pursuing a career in those fields. Science students can also explore and conduct research at USF’s Charlotte Codo Prairie in Frankfort, Illinois.
“The College of Arts & Sciences cultivates a unique learning environment that not only expands our knowledge as science students, but also fosters critical thinking and creativity, essential for navigating complex challenges throughout college and life.”
ALICJA Biochemistry Major
“The College of Business & Health Administration is an incredible community of learners. Opportunities they provide allow us to thrive as students and as individuals.”
SKYLAR Finance & Values-Based Management Major
BUSINESS
The top-ranked, accredited programs in USF’s College of Business & Health Administration include the study of accounting, business analytics, health administration, marketing, supply chain management and more. A USF business degree gives you knowledge that employers want and skills that translate across many industries. With supportive, professional faculty and valuable internships, you will build meaningful, realworld business skills.
“The College of Education does an amazing job of preparing us to be teachers. I have thrived at USF because of its incredible community.”
ALLISON
Elementary Education Major
EDUCATION
USF’s College of Education has been preparing students to become excellent teachers since 1925. USF is committed to providing engaging, top-quality education courses, designed to meet the challenges that face today’s educators. With field experiences early in the program, our students are prepared and ready to lead elementary and secondary classrooms as soon as they graduate from USF.
NURSING & HEALTH CARE
USF has educated generations of skilled nurses who have important roles in hospitals and clinics across the country. In USF’s Leach College of Nursing, you will receive an exceptional, rigorous nursing education in sleek facilities, preparing you to be a competent clinician and an advocate for your patients.
You can also work in health care by pursuing a Health Administration degree from USF’s College of Business & Health Administration, or following an allied health path through College of Arts & Sciences programs like Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Histology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nuclear Medicine Technology or Radiation Therapy.
“The Leach College of Nursing has tremendously helped my learning. The small class sizes and attentive professors really help me excel in the rigorous nursing program at USF.”
MARIANNE Nursing Major
A WELCOMING COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS WE ARE
