Distinctions

Saint Francis University has been named a 2023-2024 College of Distinction for demonstrating hands-on learning, strong student-teacher relationships, a vibrant campus life, and successful outcomes.

Saint Francis University earned a 4-star rating for quality, affordability and outcomes in the "2023 Best Colleges in America" survey released by Money Magazine.

Saint Francis University has been named one of the best graduate schools in the nation to pursue a master’s degree in physician assistant science, ranking 85th in the nation according to the U.S. News & World Report.

SFU biology professor, Dr. Matthew Birk, is one of the scientists featured in an NPR interview that delves into an article in the journal Cell, where researchers report that octopuses can edit genetic information.

Both the President's & Dean's Lists were announced on Monday, June 12, 2023. A total of 753 students were named; 206 to the President's List and 547 to the Dean's List.

SFU proudly announces the eight students selected to serve as 2023 Orientation Directors. These talented students will lead a team of 40 student volunteer Orientation Counselors to provide a first-class onboarding experience when the Class of 2027 joins the Flash Fam in August.

On May 5, 2023, Dr. Peter Skoner accepted the PA Cyber Polytechnic Academy, Partner of the Year Award for Higher Education, at the Curry Innovation Center.

Saint Francis University seniors Antonio Campitell and Rachel Lynne Langsdorf were named Mr. and Miss Frankie during the President’s Awards Convocation on May 2.

The President's Awards Convocation was held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, in the Maurice Stokes Athletics Center.

Saint Francis University presents the Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award to a deserving elementary or secondary teacher or administrator each spring. This year, the university presented the award to four outstanding educators during the Saint Francis University President's Awards Convocation on May 4, 2023.