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University of St. Francis

Mission

Address

500 Wilcox Street
Joliet, IL 60435

Website

http://www.stfrancis.edu

Admissions E-mail

admissions@stfrancis.edu

School Mission

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As a Catholic, Franciscan institution, the University of St. Francis mission is to educate the whole of a person, instill the value of lifelong learning and a commitment to serve. The university's programs and services are fashioned to maximize each student's chances for success while exposing students to real world experiences through internship, research and service opportunities. A quality education is provided through small classes, engaging faculty committed to teaching, innovative delivery services, programming offered nationwide and a liberal education component that provides the comprehensive cultural background necessary for every profession. Academic excellence is the focus at every level of the education process. USF adheres to and promotes its Franciscan values of respect, compassion, integrity and service.

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