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Experience Matters

The University of St. Francis has been empowering educators for 100 years. Today, we proudly continue to serve those who serve others. What separates us from other institutions is our ability and willingness to customize offerings to meet the evolving needs of today’s educators.

A pioneer in online learning, USF offered its first online courses and degree programs in 1998. More than 20 years later, our engaging online format balances quality learning experiences with flexibility and value. Dedicated educators have filled over 50,000 seats in courses offered through USF's REAL program since its debut.

Bloom Township High School District 206 Partner Program Overview

  • The College of Education is pleased to work with Bloom Township - area educators to offer reduced tuition for English as a Second Language courses through the REAL program.

  • Five courses (18 semester hours) will be offered October 2022 - July 2023.

  • Course descriptions, requirements, and planned sequence can be found on the ESL Endorsement tab.

Registration Process

  • Registration links will be available on this site at least 90 days before the new semester.

  • Registration works best from a PC or laptop as varied mobile device settings cause issues for some.

  • Confirmation and subsequent communications occasionally get tangled in firewalls and placed in SPAM or junk folders. Be sure to take a look if you find you have not received confirmation of enrollment within three (3) business days of submitting your course registration.

Earn Credit Now and Apply it Toward a Master's Degree Later

Did you know that educators can roll up to 18 hours of graduate credit earned through REAL at the University of St. Francis

into the M.S. Teaching & Learning programs?

  • Application and admission to the university is required.

  • Standard tuition rates apply for all core courses within the M.S. Teaching & Learning degree program.

  • For additional information, please contact Maggie Stevenson, Graduate Admissions Counselor at mstevenson@stfrancis.edu or 815-740-3389

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*Per credit hour tuition (PCH) rates as of Fall 2022. May reflect cohort/educator discount. Tuition does not include required books, materials, or applicable fees. All tuition is subject to University increases.