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Graduate Studies

The university offers 15 distinctive graduate programs to help you make your move in your chosen profession.
The most costly education is the one you never receive. Contact a graduate admissions counselor to take your next step today.
The MSEd in Exceptional Needs gives licensed teachers the training they need to manage each student’s unique learning style.
Complete your MS in Environmental Science in as little as two years, even while attending part-time.
Through a hybrid model of classroom and online learning, you can achieve your MSN in Community Health Education or Family Nurse Practitioner.
The RN-MSN transition program gives licensed RNs the opportunity to go straight to the MSN without stopping for the BSN.
Our PA program provides one-on-one clinical rotations and uses a problem-based learning approach.
Pastoral Counseling helps clergy of all faiths improve their counseling skills.
You can earn a Master of Arts in Studio Art in the traditional classroom/studio manner, or by working off campus with regular meetings with your instructor.
Obtain your degree on your terms. The MBA program offers evening and weekend classes designed to fit your busy schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The University of Saint Francis enrolls approximately 290 students in its degree and certification programs.

Are the graduate programs full time or part time?

With the exception of the PA program, students can attend full time (9 credit hours or more per semester) or part time (less than 9 credit hours per semester). 

How much does it cost to attend USF?

Perspective students can find tuition and fees information here.

What types of Financial Aid are available for graduate students?

The University of Saint Francis offers limited financial support through federal loans, graduate assistantships, graduate scholarships, and the alumni second degree discount.  More information regarding these financial opportunities can be found here.

When do classes meet?

Most of our programs are designed for working adults with classes offered online, evenings, and weekends.  Our MSN and MS in Environmental Science programs offer classes in a hybrid format, which includes a combination of both online and onsite coursework.

Can I transfer credits from previous graduate level coursework into a USF graduate program?

Students may request 1-15 credit hours (determined by the department chair/program director) of previous coursework be transferred into a current USF graduate program.  However, students need to be aware that:

  • No credit will be given for courses in which the grade was below a “B”.
  • Credit may not be given for courses that are more than five (5) years old.
  • The student may be requested to present catalog descriptions of the graduate courses for which transfer credit is requested.
  • Transfer grades will not be included in the cumulative Grade Point Average.
  • Approval of all transfer credit is the prerogative of the department chair/program director and the Director of the Graduate School.

Do I need to take the GRE to be accepted into USF’s graduate school?

Please refer to the entrance requirements of the program you are interested in to see whether or not the GRE is required for admission.

What housing options are available to Graduate Students?

Assistance with living arrangements is available to graduate students through the Office of Residential Life and Housing.  Housing options may include on-campus housing, apartments, or other local living opportunities.