School Overview
St. Joseph’s University was founded in 1851 by the Society of Jesus, and is the 7th oldest of the 28 Jesuit colleges and universities. The school currently has 4,650 full-time undergraduate students in attendance, with an additional 4,300 graduate and non-traditional students. Saint Joseph’s University places high value on instilling and encouraging purpose and intellectual growth and achievement in the lives of each of their students. Each of the curricular programs is dedicated to helping students enrich their personal lives as well as build and expand their plans for the future.
Degree Programs
The academic programs at St. Joseph’s cover a wide range of topics and disciplines. In addition to traditional graduate and undergraduate programs and modes of study, the school provides opportunities for study abroad programs, special study options, a joint degree program, and a co-op program.
The University houses the Erivan K. Haub School of Business, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Professional and Liberal Studies. There are also 17 centers and institutes run by the university, including the renowned Kinney Center for Autism.
Accreditation
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education has granted accreditation to St. Joseph’s University, with the Haub School of Business being accredited by the AACSB International Accreditation. The University itself is a member of The American Council on Education, the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities, the National Catholic Educational Association, the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, the Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Universities, the American Library Association, the Association of Liberal Arts Colleges of Pennsylvania for the Advancement of Teaching, the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, and the Middle Atlantic Association of Colleges of Business Administration.
Athletics
St. Joseph’s boasts 18 varsity teams, known as the Hawks, who play in Division I of the NCAA. Student athletes participate in baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, cross-country, lacrosse, tennis, track, and rowing. Additionally, St. Joseph’s is a member of the Atlantic 10 and the Philadelphia Big 5.
Rankings
In 2013, U.S. News & World Report ranked St. Joseph’s in the top 25 for Finance, Marketing, and Information Systems. The Haub School of Business has been recognized for its excellence by various notable publications, including The Princeton Review, Forbes, and Bloomberg Business Week.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
The University offers many different scholarships or financing options to new and continuing students, including the Summer Pennsylvania State (PHEAA) grant that can be used by students attending school during the Summer months, but there are many loan, grant, and scholarship options available to qualifying students who apply. There is also an option for students to participate in an employer tuition reimbursement program where applicable.
Housing
Freshmen and sophomores are required to reside in one of the many on-campus housing options offered by St. Joseph’s. The options for on-campus housing include dorm rooms, town houses, and apartments. Upper-classmen may live off campus if they desire. The Off-Campus Housing office is available to help students find suitable housing and to provide guidance and workshops to instruct students on lease negotiations, as well as tenant landlord rights.
General Information
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Admission Office 5600 City Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131 (610) 660-1300 (888) 232-4295 Fax: (610) 660-1314 [email protected] Contact: Maureen Mathis Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions |
Main Address 5600 City Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131 (610) 660-1000 |
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Size Total undergrads: 5,331 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 1,478 Degree-seeking undergrads: 5,161 Graduate enrollment: 2,569 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $60 Online application fee: $60 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 86% Percent students who return sophomore year: 88% |
College Majors
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Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies European Studies B Arts, Visual & Performing Arts – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting A,B Communications & Journalism Communications/Rhetoric A,B,C Computer & Information Sciences Computer/Information Sciences – General B Education Elementary Education B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General A,B Foreign Language & Literature French B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Health Facilities Administration B History History – General B Law & Legal Studies Law & Legal Studies – General A,B Liberal Arts & Sciences Humanities B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Natural Resources & Conservation Environmental Studies B Philosophy & Religion Philosophy B Physical Sciences Chemistry A,B Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Public Administration B Social Sciences Criminology A,B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
Saint Joseph's University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (610) 660-1000 |
| Website: | https://www.sju.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | https://www.sju.edu/apply-request-information |
| Address: | 5600 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131-1395 |
| Setting: | City: Large |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 7,589 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 80% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 11 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 4,398 (58% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $44,974 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $44,974 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 98% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $25,030 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Saint Joseph's University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Saint Joseph's University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies | 4 | ||||
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 8 | 1 | 19 | 14 | |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 4 | 2 | |||
| Education | 6 | 7 | 13 | 1 | |
| Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields | 1 | 1 | |||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | 1 | |||
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 7 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 2 | 2 | 4 | ||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 1 | ||||
| Legal Professions and Studies | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | 2 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 1 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 2 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Social Sciences | 1 | 6 | 1 | ||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 4 | ||||
| Grand total | 22 | 2 | 74 | 42 | 1 |
* Based on programs that produced 2018-2019 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Saint Joseph's University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2018-2019 |
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| In-state | $44,974 |
| Out-of-state | $44,974 |
| Books and supplies | $856 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2018-2019 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $16,992 |
| Out-of-state | $16,992 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2017-2018
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 1,055 | 98% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,050 | 98% | $25,030 |
| Student loan aid | 639 | 59% | $10,885 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 4,716 | 94% | $22,199 |
| Federal student loans | 2,545 | 50% | $6,649 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Saint Joseph's University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Saint Joseph's University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2019
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 8,843 | 4,006 | 4,837 | Percent admitted | 100% | 75% | 78% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 13% | 13% | 13% |
Admissions Considerations
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| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
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| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
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| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Saint Joseph's University Enrollment, Fall 2019
| Total Enrollment | 7,589 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 4,904 |
| Graduate enrollment | 2,685 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Saint Joseph's University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Specialized institution accreditations:
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