Traditional Undergraduate
Explaining the Costs and Financial Aid Process
A university’s cost and aid process can seem a bit mysterious. You submit a FAFSA, and you get a financial aid offer. Behind the scenes, Saint Francis is working with the Office of Federal Student Aid, the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, and scholarship committees to offer you the most affordable options we can. Here, we do our best to provide clear and straightforward financial aid explanations so that you can make informed and confident decisions.
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How much does it cost to attend Saint Francis?
Tuition at Saint Francis for the 2026-27 academic year is $37,350, but with scholarships and other financial aid, this is not the price Saint Francis families pay.
In fact, the average net tuition cost for full-time undergraduate students in traditional programs last year was just $8,295, or less than 25% of the sticker price.
And with zero-tuition programs like Saint Francis Scholars and our Saint Francis Promise, many families pay even less.
The bottom line? At Saint Francis, we work to make a private college education more affordable and accessible for our students and their families.
What Types of Aid Does Saint Francis Have?
Scholarships
Our scholarship program celebrates you for your unique gifts.
Grants
Saint Francis administers state and federal grant programs on behalf of its students.
Loans
Sometimes, student loans can be a helpful part of the financial puzzle.
Student Employment Opportunities
If you’re planning to work while in school, consider working on campus.
Applying for Aid
100% of full-time undergraduate students receive financial aid.
We are here to help you every step of the way. Once you’ve applied for financial aid by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), we work to get you the most affordable package we can.
“The university helps a lot with scholarships. I definitely wouldn’t be able to attend Saint Francis without this support.”
Collin Siratei ’28 Criminal Justice
“Without scholarships and aid, I would not be able to attend a prestigious university like Saint Francis. My family could not afford it. I have 9 siblings and my father works to provide for us all while my mother takes care of the home and family.”
Dahiro Omar ’24 Biology, Pre-Physician Assistant
“The 21st Century Scholars program paid for half my tuition at Saint Francis. I’m so grateful because it’s letting me get a high-quality nursing education. Saint Francis was my top choice for college and I wouldn’t be able to attend without the scholarship.”
Kendyhl Black ’23 Nursing
“The university is generous with scholarships. My academic scholarship covers most of my tuition, which is incredible.”
Brooke Thornhill ’29 Nursing
“Saint Francis is generous with scholarships. I receive an academic and a Catholic scholarship which, combined with FAFSA, cover my expenses.”
Yadira Diaz ’28 Elementary Education
