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Wall Street Journal's 2026 Best Colleges Ranking

Nationally, Saint Francis ranked No. 159 overall, with impressive placements across key categories:

• No. 132 in Best Salaries — recognizing the strong career outcomes and earning potential of SFU graduates.
• No. 107 in Social Mobility — highlighting the University’s commitment to helping students from all backgrounds achieve success.
• No. 215 in Best Value — underscoring the quality and affordability of a Catholic Franciscan education.  

Within Pennsylvania, Saint Francis stood out among its peers, ranking: 

• 4th in Social Mobility
• 7th in Best Value
• 13th in Best Salaries  

“These rankings reflect what our students and alumni already know,” said Father Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., President of ������Ƶ. “Our mission-driven focus on excellence, opportunity, and Catholic Franciscan values transforms lives — and it’s rewarding to see that impact recognized on a national scale.” 

The  evaluate colleges based on student outcomes, learning environment, and diversity of opportunities. The methodology emphasizes real-world success and student experiences — key strengths of ������Ƶ. 

Saint Francis continues to combine the personalized attention of a small Catholic university with the outcomes of a nationally respected institution. This recognition reaffirms the University’s dedication to preparing students to succeed professionally and live with purpose.