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St. John's University

St. John's University is a large, private institution located in Queens, ny. Founded in 1870, St. John's University offers undergraduate degrees in 150 majors.

Key stats

4 Year, Private

Division 1

10,081 undergraduates

$47,360 undergraduate tuition

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Admissions

Will I get into St. John's University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 84.7%

SAT score average 1218

ACT score average 26

Average high school GPA 3.5

Application fee N/A

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Key deadlines

June

59 days away FAFSA^® deadline

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November

197 days away Early Decision date

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December

213 days away Early Action date

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! St. John's University is known for one of its top majors: Biology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate

Retention Rate

16 :1

Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Law and Legal Studies

Other

Business and Management

Social Sciences and Psychology

Arts, Design, and Humanities

Health and Medical Professions

Popular majors

Biology, General

Law

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Psychology, General

Finance and Financial Management Services

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $47,360

Additional expenses

Room & board $18,790

Books & supplies $720

Other expenses $2,838

Cost of attendance* $69,708

Average financial aid package $33,403

Estimated cost $36,305 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $47,360

Additional expenses

Room & board $18,790

Books & supplies $720

Other expenses $2,838

Cost of attendance* $69,708

Average financial aid package $33,403

Estimated cost $36,305 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA^® deadline

Submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®) is the only way to see if you qualify for financial aid.

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Scholarships from St. John's University

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? St. John's University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 10,081, with gender binary students split 45% male and 55% female.

Total enrollment

19,663

Enrollment by gender

Male

Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %

28%

African American %

10%

Hispanic American %

16%

Asian %

12%

Native American %

Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %

Multiracial %

Unknown %

31%

Student type

Full-time

Living on campus

International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At St. John's University, students love their Student Government, Incorporated. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

8000 Utopia Pky, Queens, NY 11439

718-990-6161

www.stjohns.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Student government, incorporated

Haraya (pan-african students coalition)

American pharmaceutical association

Muslim students

Pare- philippine- americans reaching everyone

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1

Varsity sportsYes

Intramural sportsYes

Greek life

Female

Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about St. John's University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is St. John's University?

St. John's University is located in Queens, ny.

What is the acceptance rate at St. John's University?

The acceptance rate for St. John's University is 85%.

What’s the average GPA for St. John's University?

The average high school GPA for St. John's University students was 3.5.

How much does it cost for 4 years at St. John's University?

The estimated cost for 4 years at St. John's University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $278,832.

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St. John's University

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Academics

Popular degree programs

Popular majors

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Out of state

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

Scholarships from St. John's University

Scholarships are a great way to cover your education costs—it’s free money you don’t need to pay back. Check out these opportunities and apply!

Student population

Total enrollment

Enrollment by gender

Enrollment & ethnicity

Student type

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

Campus info

Popular clubs & activities

Athletics

Greek life

Frequently asked questions

Where is St. John's University?

What is the acceptance rate at St. John's University?

What’s the average GPA for St. John's University?

How much does it cost for 4 years at St. John's University?

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June 30 FAFSA^® deadline