Overview
Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph, St. Joseph’s College is a Catholic liberal arts college with campuses in Brooklyn and Long Island. St. Joseph’s offers undergraduate degrees in 28 academic fields of study. In addition, all new students are enrolled in the SJC 100/200 Program with a 100 level course providing a transition to college study skills and a 200 level course designed for transfer students. For students who wish to learn in a different culture, SJC’s Office of Global Studies sponsors faculty-led and semester-long study abroad experiences in Europe and South America.
Acceptance Rate:
77%
Average Net Price:
$16,290
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
24
Average SAT Composite
1095
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & 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. | $34,535 |
| 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. | $34,535 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $7,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
65%
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. 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.
34%
Average Aid Per Year
$20,286
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,407
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$16,064
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.
46%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,452
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.
$17,708
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.
$205
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
2%
Submitting ACT
14%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1095
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
4,348
Total Number of Undergrads
3,556
0
100
59%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
70%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
52
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
9%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Golden Eagles
School Colors
navy blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$53,900
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThis college is in an urban area and well-suited for students seeking a smaller sized school. Current enrollment is estimated to be 2,000 students on the Brooklyn campus (there is also a Long Island campus). BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) offers multi-cultural dance, and music, shows to the public and is located within walking distance of the college.
Christopher from Brooklyn, NY
i love this college. it is full of so many opportunities, and is located in the best area.
Michael from Schenevus, NY
