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University of Saint Joseph

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West Hartford, Connecticut 06117

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

University of Saint Joseph is a private institution in West Hartford with particular strength in health sciences and psychology. With an average SAT of 1100, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 825 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

70% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,908 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,375.

Established
1851
Motto
"Spirit, Intellect, Purpose"
Mascot
The Hawk
Type
Private university
Conference
Philadelphia Big 5
Division
Division I

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Admission Office

1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117

(860) 231-5216[email protected]
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80%Acceptance
1100SAT Avg
825Students
9:1Student:Faculty
70%Grad Rate
$59,908Earnings 10yr
$27,375Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Saint Joseph 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 Rate79.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1100

Reading & WritingMid: 536
460630
MathMid: 573
500620

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

Admissions

Test-RequiredTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

Common ApplicationDirect Application

Early Action

November 15

Regular Decision

Rolling

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

79.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1100

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Financial Aid

Merit Scholarships

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$45,908
Room & Board$13,590
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$56,786
Average Net Price$27,375
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,080
$30–48K$25,118
$48–75K$27,448
$75–110K$25,346
$110K+$30,212

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

24.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$24,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

7

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

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

Academics

Semester
Majors
30
Avg class size
12
Student-faculty ratio
10:1

Programs (79)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

86%

Mixed
  • •86% 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

Campus Life

NCAA Division IIIGreat Northeast Athletic ConferenceGreek Life

Housing & Residential Life

Guaranteed for first two years

Housing Styles

Traditional residence hallsSuite-styleApartment-style

Dining

Student Body

Undergrads
825
Gender Split
71% / 29%
Women / Men
First Generation
42%
Pell Grant Recipients
36%

Race & Ethnicity

White 59%
Black 10%
Hispanic 18%
Asian 6%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate69.7%
Freshman Retention85.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$52,053
10 Years$59,908

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#8
↓1
vs 2024
Forbes
#272
↓2
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
↑1
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#89
↓2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Holy War

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History & Fun Facts

  • •Saint Joseph's University was founded by the Jesuits in 1851 as Saint Joseph's College.
  • •Joseph's College started on September 15, 1851, when 36 students began classes in a building adjacent to Old St.
  • •Joseph's College moved in 1866 from Willings Alley to a full block on Girard Avenue between 17th and 18th Streets in Philadelphia (now the location of Saint Joseph's Preparatory School).
  • •Joseph's College moved to its present City Avenue campus in November 1927.
  • •After raising over $1 million, Saint Joseph's College purchased twenty-three acres of land along City Avenue and began construction on Barbelin Hall, the first academic building on campus.

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

BDL Hartford Bradley11 mi
PVD Providence TF Green67 mi
ISP Long Island MacArthur71 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA95 mi · ~2h 45m drive
New York, NY99 mi · ~2h 52m drive
Hartford, CT3 mi · ~5 min drive
Providence, RI68 mi · ~1h 58m drive
Albany, NY80 mi · ~2h 19m drive
Syracuse, NY195 mi · ~5h 38m drive
Rochester, NY266 mi · ~7h 41m drive
Buffalo, NY323 mi · ~9h 20m drive
Philadelphia, PA179 mi · ~5h 10m drive
Pittsburgh, PA389 mi · ~11h 14m drive
Harrisburg, PA240 mi · ~6h 56m drive
Newark, NJ104 mi · ~3h drive
Trenton, NJ151 mi · ~4h 22m 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

Hartford Bradley (BDL)11 miles
Rental car
17 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
22 min$13-22
Providence TF Green (PVD)67 miles
Rental car
101 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
134 min$80-134

Nearby Attractions

•

West Hartford Centerwalkable

Vibrant shopping and dining district

•

Elizabeth Parkwalkable

Historic park with rose garden and walking trails

•

Wadsworth Atheneum

Oldest public art museum in the United States

•

Mark Twain House

Historic home and museum of the famous author

Transfer Admission

International Students

Deadline Calendar

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