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St. John's University-New York

Queens, New York 11439

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

St. John's University-New York is a private institution in Queens with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1215, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 9.7K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,571 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,985.

Established
1870
Motto
Educatio Christiana Animae Perfectio
Type
Private university
Conference
Big East Conference
Division
Division I

Campus Visits

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80%Acceptance
1215SAT Avg
9,742Students
16:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$69,571Earnings 10yr
$26,985Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

St. John's University-New York Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

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

Acceptance Rate79.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1215

Reading & WritingMid: 600
560660
MathMid: 605
550660

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2429

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

79.7%

Trend

SAT Avg

1215

Yield Rate

35.0%

Financial Aid

Pell Grant eligible
24%
First-generation
32%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$50,110
Room & Board$19,926
Books & Supplies$775
Total Cost of Attendance$61,931
Average Net Price$26,985
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$23,468
$30–48K$24,386
$48–75K$27,197
$75–110K$30,164
$110K+$31,582

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

73.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

74

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

19

Burglary

4

Aggravated Assault

3

Robbery

6

Motor Vehicle Theft

8

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

19

Drug Arrests

15

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

Student-faculty ratio
16:1

Programs (150)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

80%

Negative
  • 80% 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

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
9,742
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
24%

Race & Ethnicity

White 36%
Black 15%
Hispanic 23%
Asian 16%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate68.5%
Freshman Retention79.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$54,189
10 Years$69,571

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#153
1
vs 2024
Forbes
#202
2
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
1
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#316
1
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — debate no

Basketball coachBaseballBasketballVolleyballDivision iSoccerSoccer programAthleticsVolleyball ncaaBasketball programBasketball tournamentsSoccer tournamentBasketball gambling

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

JFK New York JFK6 mi
LGA New York LaGuardia6 mi
EWR Newark Liberty20 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA181 mi · ~5h 14m drive
New York, NY11 mi · ~19 min drive
Hartford, CT93 mi · ~2h 41m drive
Providence, RI145 mi · ~4h 11m drive
Albany, NY133 mi · ~3h 51m drive
Syracuse, NY201 mi · ~5h 48m drive
Rochester, NY258 mi · ~7h 27m drive
Buffalo, NY301 mi · ~8h 42m drive
Philadelphia, PA90 mi · ~2h 36m drive
Pittsburgh, PA326 mi · ~9h 25m drive
Harrisburg, PA165 mi · ~4h 46m drive
Newark, NJ20 mi · ~35 min drive
Trenton, NJ61 mi · ~1h 46m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

New York JFK (JFK)6 miles
Rental car
9 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
12 min$7-12
New York LaGuardia (LGA)6 miles
Rental car
9 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
12 min$7-12

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