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University of St Francis: U of St Fran Joliet
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Catholic college

University of St Francis

  • LocationJoliet, IL
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 3,185 students
  • SponsorThird Order Franciscan University Alliance (founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate, Joliet Franciscans)
  • TraditionFranciscan
Official website

The University of St. Francis is a Catholic Franciscan university in Joliet, Illinois, founded by the Joliet Franciscan Sisters and now sponsored by the Third Order Franciscan University Alliance. University Ministry publishes one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services in St. Joseph Chapel, with confession by appointment with the chaplain. General education requires Introduction to Theology and one philosophy course; the Theology B.A. was suspended effective April 1, 2026.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 1

  • Sunday7:00 PMSt. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) · Schedule changes during school breaks, holidays, and summer.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 8, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “WEEKLY MASS & PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday Mass at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) Monday-Friday Communion Service at 8:30 a.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)”
    The weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of University of St Francis, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.25 mi0.5 mi1 miCathedral of Saint Raymond Nonnatus: 0.3 mi1Saint John's Catholic Church: 0.4 mi2Holy Cross Catholic Church: 0.6 mi3Saint Mary's Nativity Catholic Church: 0.6 mi4Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church: 0.8 mi5Saint Patricks Roman Catholic Church: 0.8 mi6University Ministry and St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse): 0.1 miUniversity of St Francis (campus)N0.5 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Cathedral of Saint Raymond Nonnatus — 0.3 mi · 604 Raynor Avenue, Joliet
  2. Saint John's Catholic Church — 0.4 mi
  3. Holy Cross Catholic Church — 0.6 mi
  4. Saint Mary's Nativity Catholic Church — 0.6 mi
  5. Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church — 0.8 mi
  6. Saint Patricks Roman Catholic Church — 0.8 mi

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

FSacramental life: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

35 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearNo weekday Mass on campus (The weekly schedule lists a Monday-Friday Communion service at 8:30 a.m., not Mass. Masses on feast days and holy days are announced separately.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “WEEKLY MASS & PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday Mass at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) Monday-Friday Communion Service at 8:30 a.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)”
      The weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)One weekend Mass (Sunday 7 p.m., St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “WEEKLY MASS & PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday Mass at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) Monday-Friday Communion Service at 8:30 a.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)”
      The weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Scheduled confession on campusLess than weekly, or by appointment only (Reconciliation by appointment with the chaplain.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Note: Masses on feast days and holy days of obligation will be announced. This schedule will change during school breaks, holidays, and over the summer. Reconciliation is offered by appointment with our chaplain.”
      Confession is by appointment with the chaplain; feast-day Masses are announced separately.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adorationNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priests serving studentsPart-time or visiting priest
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “WEEKLY MASS & PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday Mass at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) Monday-Friday Communion Service at 8:30 a.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)”
      The weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.
      “Note: Masses on feast days and holy days of obligation will be announced. This schedule will change during school breaks, holidays, and over the summer. Reconciliation is offered by appointment with our chaplain.”
      Confession is by appointment with the chaplain; feast-day Masses are announced separately.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Today, the chapel is used for university liturgies, prayer, and peaceful reflection. The chapel is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when school is in session.”
      St. Joseph Chapel is open around the clock for prayer while school is in session.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration1 to 5 times a week (1 weekly times documented: 1 Mass, 0 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
FTheology and core curriculum: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

30 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (Introduction to Theology (USF Foundations).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Undergraduate General Education Requirements - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/academics/undergraduate-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Required in first semester of enrollment. Transfer students with 12 or more credits satisfy this requirement. Introduction to Theology”
      Introduction to Theology is a required general education course.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (One philosophy course (History & Reasoning).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Undergraduate General Education Requirements - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/academics/undergraduate-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “History & Reasoning One history course One philosophy course”
      General education requires one philosophy course.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredNo (The Theology B.A. and Theology minor were suspended for five years effective April 1, 2026; enrolled students may complete their programs (e13).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Programs and Enrollment Growth Workgroup Outcomes - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/strategic-initiatives-task-force/academics-enrollment-workgroup · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Announced March 17, 2026: The following programs will be suspended for five years, effective April 1, 2026.”
      A list of programs was suspended for five years effective April 1, 2026.
      “Substance Abuse Counseling (B.A.) Theology (B.A.) Undergraduate Minors”
      The Theology B.A. is among the suspended majors.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
CCampus culture and residence life: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture and residence life

62 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)One (1 staff member listed (Sr. Gayle Rusbasan, OSF, Campus Minister). Peer ministers are student staff and are not counted.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sr. Gayle Rusbasan, OSF Campus Minister grusbasan@stfrancis.edu 815-740-5074”
      Sr. Gayle Rusbasan, OSF, is the Campus Minister and the only University Ministry staff member listed.
    2. Department Directory | MyUSFmyusf.stfrancis.edu/portal/directory/employees?sort=a · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “University Ministry Rusbasan, Gayle Campus Minister”
      The staff directory lists one person under University Ministry.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (Two overnight retreats a year, one each semester.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “University Ministry offers two retreats each year. Each semester, students have the opportunity to participate in an overnight retreat offered by University Ministry.”
      University Ministry offers two overnight retreats a year.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsOne or two (University Ministry small faith communities.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs, Organizations, & Honor Societies - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/clubs-organizations-honor-societies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students can engage in small faith communities to discover more about themselves, their vocations, and faith; attend a retreat to explore their spirituality; serve others through mission trips or service projects like preparing breakfast at Daybreak”
      University Ministry offers small faith communities, retreats, mission trips and service projects.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex floors or wings only (Marian Hall has an all-female fourth floor and an all-male second floor; the third floor is co-educational.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Housing FAQs for First-Year Students - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/residents/first-year-housing-faq · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fourth floor hosts our all-female community with three female resident assistants and one female peer minister.”
      Marian Hall has an all-female floor.
      “Second floor hosts our all-male community with three male resident assistants and one male peer minister. A peer minister is an upperclassman student who is hired for the ability to connect with residents and help them connect on campus. This student works with University Ministry”
      Marian Hall has an all-male floor; each floor has a peer minister who works with University Ministry.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsVisitation hours or guest limits apply (Visitation 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily; overnight guests limited to three consecutive nights and 15 nights per semester.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Housing FAQs for First-Year Students - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/residents/first-year-housing-faq · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. every day. All overnight guests are limited to three consecutive nights and 15 nights per semester.”
      Visitation hours and overnight guest limits apply.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Yes (Peer ministers live in the residence halls (one on each Marian Hall floor) and work with University Ministry on programming.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Living on Campus - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/residents · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In addition, each student has a resident assistant, multicultural assistant, and peer minister who lives near them to be supportive role models.”
      Peer ministers live in the residence halls.
    2. Housing FAQs for First-Year Students - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/residents/first-year-housing-faq · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Second floor hosts our all-male community with three male resident assistants and one male peer minister. A peer minister is an upperclassman student who is hired for the ability to connect with residents and help them connect on campus. This student works with University Ministry”
      Marian Hall has an all-male floor; each floor has a peer minister who works with University Ministry.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (Vice President for Mission & Student Affairs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. University Leadership - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/about-us/university-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Michael Poradek, Ph.D. Vice President for Mission & Student Affairs”
      A Vice President for Mission serves on the president's cabinet.
BService and Catholic social teaching: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

85 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (Service is one of University Ministry's four cornerstones; it runs break-time mission trips and service projects such as breakfast at Daybreak.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “During school breaks, University Ministry offers students the opportunity to serve, learn, and grow through mission experiences.”
      University Ministry runs service and mission trips during school breaks.
    2. Clubs, Organizations, & Honor Societies - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/clubs-organizations-honor-societies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students can engage in small faith communities to discover more about themselves, their vocations, and faith; attend a retreat to explore their spirituality; serve others through mission trips or service projects like preparing breakfast at Daybreak”
      University Ministry offers small faith communities, retreats, mission trips and service projects.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs) (Duns Scotus Honors Program students are active in service learning.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs, Organizations, & Honor Societies - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/clubs-organizations-honor-societies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students take one honors course a semester, are active in service learning, and participate in several cultural experiences a year.”
      Duns Scotus Honors Program students take part in service learning.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Two or more (University Ministry mission/service trips during school breaks, and a campus sustainability commitment framed as an expression of Catholic Franciscan identity (care for creation).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “During school breaks, University Ministry offers students the opportunity to serve, learn, and grow through mission experiences.”
      University Ministry runs service and mission trips during school breaks.
    2. Campus Sustainability - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/campus-sustainability · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “As an expression of our Catholic Franciscan Identity, the University of St. Francis community demonstrates respect for all creation by being responsible and ethical stewards of God’s resources”
      The university's sustainability commitment is framed as care for creation in its Catholic Franciscan identity.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Yes
    Sources (2)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “During school breaks, University Ministry offers students the opportunity to serve, learn, and grow through mission experiences.”
      University Ministry runs service and mission trips during school breaks.
      “In the Spirit of St. Francis, we strive to serve all people, especially the poor and powerless.”
      Service is framed by the university's Franciscan Catholic values.
    2. Clubs, Organizations, & Honor Societies - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/clubs-organizations-honor-societies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students can engage in small faith communities to discover more about themselves, their vocations, and faith; attend a retreat to explore their spirituality; serve others through mission trips or service projects like preparing breakfast at Daybreak”
      University Ministry offers small faith communities, retreats, mission trips and service projects.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • St. Joseph Chapel is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week while school is in session.
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Today, the chapel is used for university liturgies, prayer, and peaceful reflection. The chapel is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when school is in session.”
      St. Joseph Chapel is open around the clock for prayer while school is in session.
  • Peer ministers live on residence hall floors and work with University Ministry on programs.
    Sources (2)
    1. Living on Campus - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/residents · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In addition, each student has a resident assistant, multicultural assistant, and peer minister who lives near them to be supportive role models.”
      Peer ministers live in the residence halls.
    2. Housing FAQs for First-Year Students - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/residents/first-year-housing-faq · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Second floor hosts our all-male community with three male resident assistants and one male peer minister. A peer minister is an upperclassman student who is hired for the ability to connect with residents and help them connect on campus. This student works with University Ministry”
      Marian Hall has an all-male floor; each floor has a peer minister who works with University Ministry.
  • A Vice President for Mission & Student Affairs serves on the president's cabinet.
    Sources (1)
    1. University Leadership - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/about-us/university-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Michael Poradek, Ph.D. Vice President for Mission & Student Affairs”
      A Vice President for Mission serves on the president's cabinet.
  • Marian Hall offers all-female and all-male floors.
    Sources (1)
    1. Housing FAQs for First-Year Students - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/student-life/residents/first-year-housing-faq · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fourth floor hosts our all-female community with three female resident assistants and one female peer minister.”
      Marian Hall has an all-female floor.
      “Second floor hosts our all-male community with three male resident assistants and one male peer minister. A peer minister is an upperclassman student who is hired for the ability to connect with residents and help them connect on campus. This student works with University Ministry”
      Marian Hall has an all-male floor; each floor has a peer minister who works with University Ministry.

Concerns

  • The published weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and no weekday Mass; weekdays have a Communion service.
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “WEEKLY MASS & PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday Mass at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) Monday-Friday Communion Service at 8:30 a.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)”
      The weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.
  • General education requires one theology course and one philosophy course.
    Sources (1)
    1. Undergraduate General Education Requirements - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/academics/undergraduate-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Required in first semester of enrollment. Transfer students with 12 or more credits satisfy this requirement. Introduction to Theology”
      Introduction to Theology is a required general education course.
      “History & Reasoning One history course One philosophy course”
      General education requires one philosophy course.
  • The Theology B.A. and Theology minor were suspended for five years effective April 1, 2026.
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Programs and Enrollment Growth Workgroup Outcomes - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/strategic-initiatives-task-force/academics-enrollment-workgroup · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Announced March 17, 2026: The following programs will be suspended for five years, effective April 1, 2026.”
      A list of programs was suspended for five years effective April 1, 2026.
      “Substance Abuse Counseling (B.A.) Theology (B.A.) Undergraduate Minors”
      The Theology B.A. is among the suspended majors.

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Campus ministry home

University Ministry and St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)

  • Address: 500 Wilcox St., Joliet, IL 60435
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: St. Joseph Chapel (third floor of the Motherhouse), Interfaith Reflection Space, Tower Hall Chapel

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Source: stfrancis.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, stfrancis.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, stfrancis.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 3 on campus, 2 off campus, 1 location not published

Service 2

  • Mission and service tripsOff campus
    School breaks
    University Ministry mission experiences during school breaks.
    stfrancis.edu
  • Breakfast at DaybreakOff campus
    University Ministry service project preparing breakfast at the Daybreak Center.
    stfrancis.edu

Faith formation 1

  • Small faith communitiesOn campus
    University Ministry small groups for exploring faith and vocation.
    stfrancis.edu

Liturgy and prayer 1

  • Weekday Communion ServiceOn campus
    Monday-Friday 8:30 AM
    Communion service (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.
    stfrancis.edu

Social life 1

  • Peer minister residence hall programsOn campus
    Peer ministers working with University Ministry organize residence hall programs such as a dodgeball tournament and weekly ping pong and pool games.
    stfrancis.edu, stfrancis.edu

Retreats 1

  • University Ministry overnight retreats
    One each semester
    Overnight retreat each semester, open to students of all faiths or none; location not stated.
    stfrancis.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. Welcome to University Ministry - University of St. Francisstfrancis.edu/ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “WEEKLY MASS & PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday Mass at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) Monday-Friday Communion Service at 8:30 a.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)”
    The weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.
    “Sr. Gayle Rusbasan, OSF Campus Minister grusbasan@stfrancis.edu 815-740-5074”
    Sr. Gayle Rusbasan, OSF, is the Campus Minister and the only University Ministry staff member listed.
    “WEEKLY MASS & PRAYER SCHEDULE Sunday Mass at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse) Monday-Friday Communion Service at 8:30 a.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse)”
    The weekly schedule lists one Sunday Mass and weekday Communion services (not Mass) in St. Joseph Chapel.
    “Today, the chapel is used for university liturgies, prayer, and peaceful reflection. The chapel is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when school is in session.”
    St. Joseph Chapel is open around the clock for prayer while school is in session.
    “500 Wilcox St., Joliet, IL 60435”
    Main campus address.

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Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
67 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.67%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.79%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,141 · ACT 26
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.15 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$6,677

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
1,306
Total students3,185
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$13,006
Cost of attendance (per year)$46,239
Median federal debt at graduation$21,079
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
67%
First-year retention79%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$63,926
Admission rate65%
Students receiving Pell grants39%
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1141
SAT reading & writing520–610
SAT math510–610
ACT composite20–32
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 75 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Diocese of Joliet

The see is currently vacant. The Most Reverend Dennis Edward Spies, Apostolic Administrator.

Source: diojoliet.org, usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Diocese determined from the county, using the diocese’s county list (Wikipedia). Confirm with the diocese.

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Questions families ask

Is University of St Francis a Catholic college?
Yes. University of St Francis is a Catholic college in the Diocese of Joliet. Its sponsor is Third Order Franciscan University Alliance (founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate, Joliet Franciscans).
What is University of St Francis’s Compass Score?
57 out of 100 (grade D). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at University of St Francis?
Mass is listed at St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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