Saint Francis University Maintains Strong #30 Rank on U.S. News & World Report's 2025 'Best Regional Universities' in the North

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New Recognitions Highlight University's Value and Social Mobility Efforts

Saint Francis University continues to excel in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 rankings, securing its #30 position in the "Best Regional Universities" in the North category. This recognition places SFU among the top institutions in the region, acknowledging its consistent dedication to high-quality education and student success.

The University also earned a spot at #38 (tied) in the "Top Performers in Social Mobility" list, underscoring its commitment to supporting economically disadvantaged students in achieving academic success. This ranking reflects U.S. News' emphasis on outcome-based performance measures.

U.S. News & World Report Programmatic Achievements :

Undergraduate Engineering Programs: Ranked #236 - 286 (tied)

Saint Francis University's engineering programs stand out in a personalized liberal arts environment, offering benefits often found at large research institutions. Students gain hands-on experience with advanced labs, real-world projects, and industry-standard software. SFU's small class sizes allow close mentoring from Ph.D.-level faculty. Accredited by ABET, programs include General and Environmental Engineering, with opportunities for minors in Aeronautics, Mechanical, Robotics, and more. Information on the engineering program may be found at https://www.francis.edu/academics/degrees-programs/engineering

Recent National Recognitions

In addition to the U.S. News honors, Saint Francis University recently garnered recognition in several other prominent national rankings:

Wall Street Journal/ College Pulse 2025 Rankings: SFU was ranked #217 out of 500 institutions overall and #209 for social mobility, further solidifying its reputation for fostering student success across diverse populations.

Colleges of Distinction: SFU is a 10-year recipient of the Overall Colleges of Distinction, Catholic Colleges of Distinction, and Pennsylvania College of Distinction awards, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to student-centered and values-based learning.

Washington Monthly 2024 College Guide: The University was ranked #69 out of 604 in the Master's Universities category and #101 out of 388 for Best Bang for the Buck in the Northeast, reflecting its ability to provide high-quality, affordable education.

Collectively, the rankings and accolades reaffirm Saint Francis University's role as a leader in higher education, committed to fostering academic excellence, social mobility, and mission-driven education. These national recognitions reflect the University's unwavering dedication to providing a transformative education that is both accessible and impactful.