St. John Fisher University
Fisher
Rochester, New York 14618-3597
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences
St. John Fisher University is a private institution in Rochester with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1207, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.6K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
74% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $66,944 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $28,150.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1207
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Financial Aid
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
32.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
18
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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).
Academics
Programs (58)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
84%
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.
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Varsity Sports — Cardinals
History & Fun Facts
- •John Fisher College) was founded as a men's college in 1948 by the Basilian Fathers and with the aid of James E.
- •It is now operated as an coeducational independent institution in the Catholic tradition (independent since 1968; coeducational since 1971).
- •The college was listed as a census-designated place in 2020, with a residential population of 1,307.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NY state average + suburban adjustment