We value our alumni and aim to provide them with valuable resources after graduation. This community of 42,000-plus alumni enjoys exclusive access to a number of USF services, benefits and discounts, connections with USF graduates worldwide and much more! Below is a list of available benefits for alumni.
Alumni Half-Tuition Discount
Alumni receive half-tuition for courses taken toward personal enrichment or for an endorsement. Applications can be printed online or picked up in the Financial Aid Office.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded to undergraduates who are relatives of alumni: Son/Daughter, Brother/Sister/Husband/Wife or Grandchild. Applications can be printed online or picked up in the Financial Aid Office.
Alumni Locator Service
Looking for a former classmate? The Alumni Office can help you do this FREE of charge!
Alumni Portal
Receive discounts at participating businesses, print your alumni membership card and interact with other alumni! Log in at https://myusf.stfrancis.edu/stayconnected.
Alumni Publication Subscriptions
To keep in touch with the university and fellow alumni, you have a free subscription to the alumni Saints Connection e-newsletter. View online at www.stfrancis.edu/alumni/e-newsletter.
Athletic Events/Games
Alumni receive FREE admission to all athletic games hosted by USF!
Business Solutions
Want to host a business meeting at our Joliet campus? Business Solutions, resource center for business and community partnerships, is here to help!
Career Services
Alumni receive complimentary assistance with their job search, interview skills, resumes, cover letters, career counseling as well as a free Careerlink account through Career Services. If you are an employer, you can post positions through this office as well. Click here for the Career Services homepage.
E-mail 4 Life
Alumni can maintain a FREE USF e-mail account for life. Contact the Alumni Office for more information.
Facilities
Alumni can use the Recreation Center facilities (weight room included) FREE of charge. Joliet campus space rental is also available through Business Solutions.
Insurance Discount
Your alumni benefits include a special discounted rate on Auto Insurance and Home Insurance from Liberty Mutual. We’re proud to provide our members with a great benefit from a Fortune 100 company that protects millions of people across America. Find out more about Liberty Mutual Home & Auto Insurance at www.libertymutual.com/USFAA.
Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify.
Library Services
Alumni are always welcome to use the USF library including various technological resources including checking out books, access to the online catalog, reference librarian assistance, FREE Wi-Fi and more!
Moser Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
Alumni receive the student discount for all fine arts performances! Alumni are always welcome to view our fine arts gallery displays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday.
Senior Saturdays
This learning throughout life program, sponsored by the USF Library, offers senior citizens a variety of cultural and educational opportunities that celebrate lifelong learning. Learn more at www.stfrancis.edu/content/lib/seniorsaturdays.html.
St. Joseph Chapel
Alumni can celebrate their Catholic wedding inside the newly renovated and historically restored chapel in the Motherhouse. Additionally, alumni are invited to attend daily mass. Mass times are: M,W,F Noon; T,R 8 a.m.; Sun.7 p.m. Contact University Ministry for more information.
Transcript Requests
Alumni needing official USF transcripts can do so through the Registrar’s Office. Your first request is FREE, while each request thereafter is $5.
Travel
Join your fellow alumni and friends on exciting trips within the United States and throughout the world! For more information, contact the Alumni Office.
Undergraduate Admissions Application Fee Waiver
The Undergraduate Admissions Office offers alumni the opportunity to request an application fee waiver for one prospective student applying for undergraduate admission to USF. Each alumnus/a is eligible to submit one fee waiver request per academic year.
USF License Plates
Interested in having your very own USF Illinois license plate? Visit https://www.stfrancis.edu/usf-license-plate-initiative.
USF Merchandise
Show your USF spirit by stocking up on sweatshirts, mugs and other great merchandise at the Barnes & Noble bookstore on-campus or on-line.
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