St. John's University-New York
About St. John's University-New York
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
St. John's University is a private Catholic university in Queens, New York. It is one of the largest Catholic universities in the country and offers strong programs in business, pharmacy, law, and education, with campuses in Queens and Manhattan.
Founded
1870
Location
Queens, New York
Students
13,226
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
83.4%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
66.1%
Near national average
Tuition
$53,020
Per year
Avg Net Price
$29,999
After financial aid
SAT Average
1244
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$69,571
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Dec 1
Regular
Feb 1
St. John's University-New York accepts the majority of applicants at 83.4%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1244/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
66.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
78.7%
4-Year Grad
52%
6-Year Grad
68%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
45.9%
$/Student
$13.6K
Class Size
Medium
While 52% finish in 4 years, 78.7% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$53,020
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$20,600
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$65,527
After Financial Aid
$29,999
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$27,787
Receive Grants
24.2%
Take Loans
27.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $65,527/yr, including $20,600 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $29,999.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at St. John's University-New York fund their education.
While in School
24.2%
Get Grants
Free money
27.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$50,604
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $70K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends St. John's University-New York.
Gender
55.2%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,477
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,749
Graduates
31.6%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 55% of the student body. 31.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
9,477
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
St. John's University-New York fields 10 varsity teams with 384 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Big East
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
384
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
182
Men
202
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of St. John's University-New Yorkearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$69,571
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biology, General
$23K
343 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
196 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
182 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$24K
168 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$51K
129 grads
1yr Earnings
Non-Professional Legal Studies
$29K
105 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $54K at six years, $54K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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