Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Aston, PA & Loretto, PA
When students choose between Neumann University and Saint Francis University, they're comparing two small Pennsylvania health-focused institutions with dramatically different completion outcomes. Both serve similar student populations and offer comparable programs, but Saint Francis graduates nearly three-quarters of its students while Neumann graduates fewer than half.
The question isn't just about upfront cost — it's about the likelihood of actually finishing your degree and entering your chosen career.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$27,000
federal loans
$27,000
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$33,530
borrowed by parents
$38,844
borrowed by parents
Both universities emphasize health programs as their dominant field. Neumann's largest programs include Registered Nursing (79 graduates annually) and Liberal Arts (67 graduates), with additional strength in protective services and business.
Saint Francis focuses on rehabilitation and therapeutic professions (50 graduates) and allied health diagnostic services (45 graduates), alongside a notable 23% business concentration. These program similarities make completion rates even more telling — students are pursuing comparable career paths at both institutions.
For students prioritizing degree completion, Saint Francis University delivers the stronger value proposition despite higher costs. The 27 percentage point graduation rate advantage means you're significantly more likely to finish your degree and enter your chosen career.
Neumann offers better institutional effectiveness for those who do graduate, achieving higher earnings relative to student demographics. However, with fewer than half of Neumann students completing their programs, the completion risk overshadows the earnings premium.
Saint Francis provides the more reliable path to career entry, making it the better choice for students who want to maximize their chances of degree completion.
Key Takeaway
The numbers are close, but the best school depends on your goals, values, and career aspirations.
This comparison was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
This comparison uses Azimuth's proprietary ROI model based on U.S. Dept. of Education data. View Full Methodology.
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