University of St. Francis

The University of St. Francis (USF) is a private Catholic university in Joliet, Illinois, founded in 1920 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate. Rooted in the Franciscan tradition, USF offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across liberal arts, business, education, health sciences, and social work. It emphasizes service, ethical leadership, and a personalized learning environment with small class sizes and close faculty-student interaction. The main campus is located in Joliet, with additional locations in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and online programs.