SAINT JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY
- 5600 City Avenue
- Philadelphia, PA 19131
- OPEID College Code: 00336700
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- General Phone: (610) 660-1000
- President: Timothy R. Lannon, S.j.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 8,337
- College Mascot: Hawks
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Saint Joseph's University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Air Force
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- www.sju.edu

- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Doctoral (Education)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
Saint Joseph's University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.sju.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $60.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 3,026 | 3,494 | 6,520 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 2,459 (81%) | 2,911 (83%) | 5,370 (82%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 599 (24%) | 590 (20%) | 1,189 (22%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 1,139 | 96% |
| ACT ® Exam | 203 | 17% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 510 | 600 |
| SAT ® Math | 510 | 620 |
| SAT ® Writing | 510 | 610 |
| ACT ® Composite | 21 | 26 |
| ACT ® English | 21 | 26 |
| ACT ® Math | 21 | 26 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 92%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 58% | 10% | 10% | 89% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $11,118 | $5,864 | $3,231 | $12,856 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.0% | 2.4% | 1.7% |
| Number in Default | 23 | 28 | 29 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,098 | 1,129 | 1,646 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $34,090 | $32,860 | $30,985 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $34,090 | $32,860 | $30,985 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $34,090 | $32,860 | $30,985 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,800 | $11,500 | $10,875 |
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $49,890 | $48,360 | $45,860 |
| In-State | $49,890 | $48,360 | $45,860 |
| Out of State | $49,890 | $48,360 | $45,860 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $35,590 | $34,360 | $32,485 |
| In-State | $35,590 | $34,360 | $32,485 |
| Out of State | $35,590 | $34,360 | $32,485 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $35,590 | $34,360 | $32,485 |
| In-State | $35,590 | $34,360 | $32,485 |
| Out of State | $35,590 | $34,360 | $32,485 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 8,337 Undergraduate: 5,403 Graduate: 2,934
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,801 Female: 4,536
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,590 Female: 2,813
- Graduate Gender Male: 1,211 Female: 1,723
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,072 Part-Time: 3,265
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,526 Part-Time: 877
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 546 Part-Time: 2,388
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 278 | 3% |
| American Indian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Black | 776 | 9% |
| Asian | 208 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 264 | 3% |
| White | 6,323 | 76% |
| Unknown | 479 | 6% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 52 | 0.6% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,359 | 28% |
| Ages 20-21 | 2,066 | 25% |
| Ages 22-24 | 870 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,120 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 606 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 422 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 567 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 260 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 5 | 0.06% |
| Age Unknown | 10 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,434 | 979 | 455 |
| Faculty Status | 642 | 294 | 348 |
| Tenured Faculty | 165 | 165 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 86 | - | 86 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 632 | 284 | 348 |
| Primarily Instruction | 632 | 284 | 348 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 163 | 160 | 3 |
| Other Professionals | 277 | 233 | 44 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 362 | 302 | 60 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 137 | 123 | 14 |
| Skilled Crafts | 16 | 16 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 205 | 159 | 46 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $80,823 (284) | $84,849 (173) | $74,548 (111) |
| Professor | $109,298 (64) | $111,690 (45) | $103,633 (19) |
| Associate Professor | $86,198 (75) | $91,471 (46) | $77,833 (29) |
| Assistant Professor | $73,668 (99) | $75,291 (54) | $71,721 (45) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $80,823 (284) | $84,849 (173) | $74,548 (111) |
| Professor | $109,298 (64) | $111,690 (45) | $103,633 (19) |
| Associate Professor | $86,198 (75) | $91,471 (46) | $77,833 (29) |
| Assistant Professor | $73,668 (99) | $75,291 (54) | $71,721 (45) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $4,344,951 | $1,948,749 | $2,396,202 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 45% | 55% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 441 | 241 | 200 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 441 | 241 | 200 |
| Baseball | 34 | 34 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| All Track Combined | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Field Hockey | 24 | - | 24 |
| Golf | 10 | 10 | - |
| Lacrosse | 75 | 47 | 28 |
| Rowing | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Soccer | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Tennis | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $135,728 | $66,392 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $32,055 | $27,373 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Field Hockey | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Lacrosse | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Rowing | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Soccer | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 86%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 33%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 77% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 75% |
| Female | 80% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 67% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 76% |
| Asian | 83% |
| Hispanic | 77% |
| White | 79% |
| Unknown | 49% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 71% |
| 5 Years | 76% |
| 6 Years | 77% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 2 | 2 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | 1 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 2 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 5 | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 3 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 4 |
| Robbery | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | 5 | 5 |
Saint Joseph's University Reviews
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009