Campus Vibe
Close-knit campus
St. John's College is a private rural institution in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1367.
A small campus of 369 undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
60% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,985 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,351.
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News & Alerts
St. John's College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1367
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
57.4%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
2
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (4)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
78%
- •78% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •John's College traces its origins to King William's School, founded in 1696.
- •King William's School was founded with an affiliation to the Church of England.
- •In 1907, it became the undergraduate college of a loosely organized "University of Maryland" that included the professional schools located in Baltimore.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average