Saint Joseph's University

Saint Joseph's University

Philadelphia, PA, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

Founded in 1851 by the Society of Jesus, Saint Joseph’s University is a Jesuit Catholic school in Philadelphia. SJU is home to colleges and schools of Arts & Sciences, Business, and Health Studies offering bachelor’s degrees with a core curriculum founded in the liberal arts. Additionally, Saint Joseph’s operates a number of experiential learning initiatives such as a cooperative education program enabling students to participate in two paid full-time work opportunities while enrolled. As a Catholic university, SJU celebrates daily and Sunday mass in the Chapel of Saint Joseph.

Acceptance Rate:
89%
Average Net Price:
$35,780
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.8
Average ACT Composite
27
Average SAT Composite
1217

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$35,780
Calculate your net cost
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$51,340
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$51,340
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$15,740
Books and Supplies
$1050

Aid & Grants

0
100
80%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
18%
Average Aid Per Year
$29,822
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
18%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,650
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$27,635

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
65%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,723
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$20,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$240

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Roman Catholic
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
0
100
89%
Acceptance Rate

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
50%
Out-Of-State Students
43%
4%
Submitting ACT
28%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 27
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1217
0
1600

Admissions Resources

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
7,861
Total Number of Undergrads
5,071
0
100
75%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
81%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
95

Faculty Overview

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
45%
55%
Residency
In-State Students
50%
Out-Of-State Students
43%

Housing

0
100
48%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Hawks
School Colors
crimson and gray
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$65,900
Ultimately the learning is all up to the individual so it depends on the students dedication that they have. The teachers are very intelligent and they are willing to help with any problem. There are many different options for the student if he or she feels like they need some extra help, such as; SI sessions which current students have private or group tutoring sessions. The teacher also has set times where you can go to their offices and get extra help.
Tina from Scranton, PA
The professors on campus are very knowledgeable in their subject matter. They are very helpful and want to assist students as much as they can, even if it does not pertain to the class's subject matter but life in general. Professor make class interesting by integrating hands-on activities and the use of technology to better their lectures. Also, the books they choose for the class are often excellent and up-to-date; although like many schools...expensive. The core major/minor classes are well taught and thorough...and the GER classes are not a waste of time. Attending St. Joe's will earn you a well-rounded education!
HAWKS!
St. Joe's is a school where you can never say there is nothing to do. With challenging school work and ways to get involved you can always keep yourself busy. There is a place for everyone here.
Rosie
The teachers at Saint Joseph's are dedicated to their work. They truly care about each individual student and take the time to make sure you are doing well in the class. If you show that you are putting forth effort the teachers will match or go beyond that effort. They have a lot of office hours each week and are easy to get in contact with. They are extremely knowledgeable in their subjects. The class sizes are at max 25 students. This means you need to show up to class but this also means that the teachers can get to know you individually.
Megan from Elkton, MD
SJU is a school that offers a variety of majors, including ones that are not common, such as a first-rate Food Marketing Program. The teachers really challenge you to do your best, and are willing to help if they can. All you have to do is ask. The teachers are experienced in their field and dedicated to their subject; my Accounting teacher never missed a class, yet he flew back and forth to the Midwest three times a week to perform his duties at a company he works for.
Colleen from Philadelphia, PA
Saint Joe's has a great community aspect. If you're looking for a place where you will recognize people in the library, in the dining hall and in your classes, this is the place for you.
Isabella from Philadelphia, PA
Saint Joseph's University is a great school to graduate from and a place where the campus is close enough to the inner city but far enough not to be apart of the chaos the inner city comes with. A very comfortable atmosphere and campus.
Dawn from Oviedo, FL
from what i was told and found for myself when i visited the open house this july was that the professors are very accessible. they all seemed very welcoming and easy to talk to.
Julia from East Stroudsburg, PA
Saint Josephs really does a good job of providing students with substantial learning resources within the classrooms. All of the professors that I had were really knowledgeable on the subject that they taught. This school also has many interesting and exciting classes that are offered to students that can prepare them for their career choice and the classes also help students discern exactly what ignites their interest and what they want to pursue.
Shanise from Philadelphia, PA