St. John Fisher University
Academic programs
- Research
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
- Public health
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- Night Class Offerings
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
Application information
First-year
If you are ready to apply to Fisher, congratulations! Let's walk through the steps in the application process.
Regular Decision/Rolling Admissions
Regular admissions to Fisher occur on a "rolling" basis. The Admissions Committee begins reviewing applications in the fall. While there is no application deadline, most applications are received before February 15.
An application is complete once the following have been received:
- Completed Common Application (free to apply online)
- Official high school transcript (including a list of senior year courses and grades available)
- Official SAT or ACT scores - Optional
(Note: Fisher is test-optional. Test scores are considered official if sent from the testing agency or directly from the high school.) - One Counselor/Teacher Recommendation
- Common Application essay or graded paper
- Additional letters of recommendation (optional)
- Additional information such as an activities résumé (optional)
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Additional information
Fisher offers a generous program of scholarships designed to recognize and reward you for the special talents you bring to campus.
First-Generation Scholarship
The First-Generation Scholarship provides financial and academic assistance to students with a high degree of motivation and academic potential whose parents did not graduate from college. Recipients receive yearly awards of one-half the total cost of tuition, and room and board for resident students.
Flower City Award
All out-of-state students, as well as students from Nassau and Suffolk counties, will automatically receive a Flower City Award of $5,000 per year. This award may be combined with any other scholarships for which a student qualifies.
Service Scholars Program
The Service Scholars Program recognizes high school seniors who demonstrate an ongoing interest in serving others through community service. Recipients receive yearly awards equaling one-half the total cost of tuition, and room and board for resident students.
Merit Scholarships
All first-year student applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships without regard to financial eligibility. Most merit scholarships range from $9,000 to $20,000 per year.
Scholarship eligibility is based on high school grade point average, strength of curriculum, and SAT or ACT scores (if submitted). Eligible students are automatically notified by the Office of Admissions. Merit awards can not be combined with the Service Scholars and First-Generation Scholarships.
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First-Year Student Visit Opportunities
Come see what all the excitement is about! Whether you come for an Admissions Presentation, Campus Tour, Open House, or other visit opportunities, you will surely fall in love with Fisher.
Campus Visits