St. Joseph's University-New York
About St. Joseph's University-New York
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
St. Joseph's University-New York is a private university with campuses in Brooklyn and Long Island. It offers programs in education, business, nursing, and psychology, with a strong tradition of community engagement and small class sizes.
Founded
1916
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Students
3,870
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
72.1%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
68.8%
Near national average
Tuition
$36,550
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,035
After financial aid
SAT Average
1190
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$63,905
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
72.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
St. Joseph's University-New York accepts 72.1% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1190/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
68.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
80.7%
4-Year Grad
62%
6-Year Grad
71%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$10.8K
Class Size
Medium
62% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$36,550
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$41,897
After Financial Aid
$19,035
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,876
Receive Grants
34%
Take Loans
52.1%
Tuition is $36,550/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $19,035.
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. Joseph's University-New York fund their education.
While in School
34%
Get Grants
Free money
52.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$48,213
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$233/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $22,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends St. Joseph's University-New York.
Gender
66.4%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,144
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
726
Graduates
37.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
17.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 37.6% 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
3,144
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
St. Joseph's University-New York fields 11 varsity teams with 477 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Skyline
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
477
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
253
Men
224
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of St. Joseph's University-New Yorkearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$63,905
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Special Education and Teaching
$35K
181 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$41K
111 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$97K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$36K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $51K at six years, $47K at eight, and $64K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.