College of Arts & Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Francis, in Joliet, IL, can prepare you for the career you’ve always imagined.
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Francis, in Joliet, IL, can prepare you for the career you’ve always imagined.
Dr. Beth McDermott Welcomes Students to the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of St. Francis
Hello! My name is Beth McDermott, and I’m the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Saint Francis. If you’re watching this video, you may be wondering about applying to USF or visiting our main campus. Let me tell you a little about the College of Arts & Sciences! In keeping with the Catholic Franciscan nature of the university, the college has as its broadest mission the education of the whole person emotionally, morally, intellectually, and socially. This means we prepare you for careers in specific fields while you learn ethical reasoning, communication, and problem-solving skills, or participate in experiential learning in the Joliet community. Our faculty will help you land internships with prospective employers, and they offer competitive research opportunities in the sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities. The College of Arts & Sciences has so much to offer. I invite you to explore over 30 undergraduate programs and certificates on our website. Or, if you’re looking to take your career to the next level, click on our master’s in Social Work program curriculum!
Dr. Beth McDermott
Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
Click here to view my faculty profileThe University of St. Francis is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Program-specific Accreditations
Allied Health Affiliate Program Accreditations
In keeping with the Catholic Franciscan nature of the University, the College has as its broadest mission the education of the whole person intellectually, morally, spiritually, emotionally, and socially. It does this by challenging our students to confront foundational questions such as the purpose and meaning of life, including one’s relationship with others and with God. It prepares its students as well for careers in specific fields and promotes the integration of liberal arts with professional preparation.
The College takes a leadership role in the University in liberal education and developing in its students the knowledge, dispositions, critical and analytical thought that are necessary for lifelong learning and engaged citizenship in the global community. It develops in both its faculty and students a commitment to individual and collaborative scholarship that encourages lifelong learning and enriches the life of the mind across the disciplines. The College has as its special mission service to traditional and returning undergraduate students through teaching the University’s core values such as ethical awareness, liberal learning, and research.
Building upon these values our professional programs give students discipline specific skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in today’s diverse workplace. Committed to “First Holiness then Learning” the College’s mission allows it to live out and teach the Franciscan values of Respect, Compassion, Service and Integrity.
Art & Design (B.A.)
Biochemistry (B.S.)
Biology (B.S.)
Communication & Media Arts (B.A.)
Computer Science (B.S.)
Criminal & Social Justice (B.A.)
Digital Audio Recording Arts (B.S.)
Digital Humanities (B.A.)
English (B.A.)
History (B.A.)
Individualized Major (B.A.)
Industrial & Organizational Psychology (B.A.)
Information Technology (B.S.)
Information Technology & Network Support (B.S.)
Liberal Studies (B.A.)
Mathematics (B.S.)
Mathematics & Computer Science (B.S.)
Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.)
Nuclear Medicine Technology (B.S.)
Political Science (B.A.)
Psychology (B.A.)
Radiation Therapy (B.S.)
Radiography (B.S.)
Recreation & Sport Management (B.A.)
Social Work (BSW)
Substance Abuse Counseling (B.A.)
Theology (B.A.)
Web Application Development (B.S.)
Social Work (MSW)
– Advanced Generalist Social Work
– School Social Work
Designed for students who do not yet have a bachelor’s degree.
Certified Recovery Support Specialist
Computer Science
Global Transportation & Logistics
Information Technology
Leadership Development
Social Work
Sport Communication
Sport Marketing
