St John's University-New York
St. John’s University is a private Catholic university in New York City, in the neighborhood of Queens. The urban, 102-acre campus offers more than 100 degree programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels within six schools and colleges. The university also offers semester-long study abroad programs in Europe, and approximately 40% of students study abroad. Along with the Queens campus, St. John’s has campuses in Manhattan and Staten Island, NY, in Rome, Paris, and Limerick, Ireland; as well as study abroad sites around the world. There are several opportunities for community service, including in the student-run St. John’s Bread and Life Program, which provides support and services for the poor. As a Catholic school, St. John’s hosts mass and Reconciliation services six days per week at the St. Thomas More Church.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not 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
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 15, 2020 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | December 15, 2019 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1, 2019 |
Admitted Student Stats
17%
Submitting ACT
67%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 26
Average SAT Composite: 1171
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
21,340
Total Number of Undergrads
16,761
Classroom Sizes
0
100
41%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
58%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
17:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
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. | $41,350
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| 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. | $41,350
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
|
$16,900
|
| Books and Supplies | $642
|
Aid & Grants
0
100
73%
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.
28%
Average Aid Per Year
$25,628
28%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,273
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$22,269
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.
60%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,460
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.
$19,999
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.
$271
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
180
Size of Town
Major city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
26%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Johnny Thunderbird
School Colors
red 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
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
59%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$62,400
What Students Are Saying
3.73
Average Rating
St. John's University is one of the leading Catholic universities in a America. St. John's is known for its superb academic programs and diverse student life. St. John's is the perfect choice for a high quality education.
Kaybria from Fairfax, VA
The campus is beautiful. The study spaces are very convenient. The food is great.
Bayyinah from Jamaica, NY
The diversity at this school is very existent. It is very easy to meet different people from different backgrounds. The programs and events at this school are very beneficial to finding a job or starting your career in the future.
Brittanya from Bronx, NY
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