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Founded in 1851 as Philadelphia’s Jesuit university, Saint Joseph’s University prepares you to blaze a path to a meaningful, fulfilling future. Our educational philosophy encourages exploration and allows you to discover your passions and interests, from finding the major you’ll love to participating in co-ops and internships to engaging in service learning in the community. With leading programs in healthcare, business, science and education backed by a core liberal arts curriculum, you will engage with your coursework and the world around you. At Saint Joseph’s University, opportunity is everywhere. Do with it what you will. 

 

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Academic programs

  • Research
  • Science
  • Technology
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nursing
  • Communication
  • Music
  • Art & Design
  • Economics
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Psychology
  • Pharmacy

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Religious Affiliation
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

First-year

Your application is reviewed on the basis of your academic and personal accomplishments, with primary consideration given to your high school record and strong academic performance in college preparatory courses. We'll also consider your personal essay, letter of academic recommendation, and extracurricular involvement. Submission of standardized test scores is optional. For high school seniors, we offer four application deadlines to choose from, including Early Decision, Early Action and Regular Decision.  There is no application fee.

Transfer

There's no deadline to apply as a transfer student. Transfer applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for the fall and spring semesters. You can enter St. Joe's as a traditional transfer student (pursuing one of our four-year undergraduate degrees) or as a professional transfer student (pursuing a degree in occupational therapy, pharmacy or physical therapy).

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Additional information

Nursing

Your nursing career starts here. Beginning in the fall of 2024, nursing will be offered for undergraduate students at our Hawk Hill campus. Through our merger with Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences, students will benefit from experienced faculty leading accredited coursework, simulation-based learning and hands-on clinical experiences in Philadelphia, one of the nation’s healthcare hubs. Acquire the necessary hard and soft skills that prepare you for a career that teaches you to care for the whole person, a concept foundational to Jesuit education.

 

Affordability and Outcomes

With your degree from Saint Joseph’s University, you’re taking the step to invest in yourself and opening yourself up to new opportunities. Over 97% of the Class of 2022 was employed, pursuing graduate study or in full-time volunteer programs, proving that a Saint Joseph’s degree puts you on the path to professional success. And we’re here to support you along the way, with over 98% of students receiving University aid assistance, and a merit scholarship range of $15,000 - $30,000 for first-year students.

 

Virtual Tour

Explore Saint Joseph’s from the comfort of wherever you may be. Check out our virtual tour at sju.university-tour.com.

Visit us

The best way to get a feel for life as a Hawk is to experience Saint Joseph’s University for yourself. We offer a variety of visit opportunities to explore our two campuses: the 125-acre Hawk Hill campus that borders Lower Merion and Philadelphia, and our 24-acre University City campus, which is just minutes from Center City.  To get started, go to sju.edu/visit.

SJU is a community where people want to see and help their peers succeed. From our amazing professors, to my fellow students in school activities, to the staff on campus, everyone here is committed to looking out for one another. Being surrounded by this community has been indispensable in my successes as a college student.