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Saint Joseph's University

5600 City Avenue
Philadelphia , PA  19131    Map it

School web site         https://www.sju.edu/

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Institution Type

Doctorate-Granting University

Degrees offered

Bachelor
Master
Doctorate

Campus Character:

Suburban
Co-educational
Private

Nearest ELS Center(s):

Philadelphia, PA

ELS Level Required:

• Master: 112
• Bachelor: 112
• Doctorate: 112

Student Life:

* More than 100 clubs and student organizations are available, including the International Student Association. * On-campus facilities include two fitness centers for recreation, as well as Campion Student Center for student activities and events. Saint Joseph's University students are extremely active on campus, participating in volunteer work, special interest groups, athletics, and academic organizations.

Rankings:

U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2022, Rank: 8 ] "Best Regional Universities (North)"
PRINCETON REVIEW : [ Year: 2017 ] Among the "Best 295 Business Schools in the US"
PRINCETON REVIEW : [ Year: 2016, Rank: - ] Among the "Best 295 Business Schools in the US"
FORBES MAGAZINE : [ Year: 2015, Rank: 215 ] Among America's Top Colleges
PAYSCALE ROI RANKINGS : [ Year: 2014, Rank: 5 ] "College Education Return on Investment Rankings for Business Schools"
FORBES MAGAZINE : [ Year: 2013, Rank: 227 ] "America's Top Colleges"
PAYSCALE ROI RANKINGS : [ Year: 2013, Rank: 210 ] "College Education Return on Investment Rankings for Private Schools"

Admissions & Academic Information

Academic Calendar

• Semesters

Study Opportunities

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate

• Application(s) (Completed, Signed and Dated).
• Official Transcript(s) with grade scale legend and English translation: one sealed envelope and one unsealed envelope for UAS review.
  Transcript copies accepted for initial admission decision. Officials required upon matriculation.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
• Professional Transcript Evaluation 
  -   Course by Course evaluation required for transfer applicants.
  -   Acceptable providers:
  * ECE* WES
• Current, official certified bank statement issued within the last 6 months with the bearer's name in English and the balance in US currency or Scholarship letter
  Average annual cost: $64,895
• Affidavit of financial support signed by person whose name is on bank statement
• Copy of Passport Picture Page
  Preferred at time of application; if unavailable student can submit it for full admission
• Statement of Purpose, Essay or Writing Sample 
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
  1 envelope(s) signed, sealed and labeled in English with student's name and recommender's name(s)
  1 recommendation needed for all students. CLA students also need one from center director after ELS.
• Proof of English Proficiency for regular admission
  * TOEFL PB* TOEFL PB* IELTS
• Resume, CV or Work History
• Accepts scans/photocopies of all Application documents
  Transcript copies accepted for initial admission decision. Officials required upon matriculation.
• Age Requirement
  Minimum Age Requirement 17. Max age for UG CLA is 22
• Max age for undergraduate CLA: 22

Items below may be due after enrollment or for Visa purposes (NOT an admission requirement)

• University Placement Tests.
• Health Form(signed by provider).
• Proof of Health Coverage/Insurance.
  

Graduate

• Application(s) (Completed, Signed and Dated).
• Official Transcript(s) with grade scale legend and English translation: one sealed envelope and one unsealed envelope for UAS review.
  Transcript copies accepted for initial admission decision. Officials required upon matriculation.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
• Professional Transcript Evaluation
   All applicants must submit a NACES member evaluation. In house evaluation is no longer offered.
  -   Evaluation required for graduate applicants.
  -   Acceptable providers:
  * AACRAO* ECE* Joseph Silny* WES* Evaluation Service, Inc.* Educational Perspectives
• Current, official certified bank statement issued within the last 6 months with the bearer's name in English and the balance in US currency or Scholarship letter
  Total annual cost: $37,352
• Affidavit of financial support signed by person whose name is on bank statement
  The student will receive instructions on how to upload these documents electronically
• Copy of Passport Picture Page
  Preferred at time of application; if unavailable student can submit it for full admission
• Statement of Purpose, Essay or Writing Sample
  Topic of personal statement may vary by program
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
  2 envelope(s) signed, sealed and labeled in English with student's name and recommender's name(s)
  3 for Doctoral Program, 2 for all others. Recommender information required to enter in univ app
  Reference Information Request.pdf
• Proof of English Proficiency for regular admission
  * TOEFL PB* TOEFL PB* IELTS
• Resume, CV or Work History
• Accepts scans/photocopies of all Application documents
  Transcript copies accepted for initial admission decision. Officials required upon matriculation.
• Standardized test scores may be required.
• Will consider the student while attending ELS Language Centers - if English requirement is satisfied
  
• Entry requirements vary by program

Housing & Cost Information

On Campus Housing

• Undergraduate: Housing is available
• Graduate: Housing is available

Off Campus Housing

• Undergraduate: Offers accommodation assistance
• Graduate: Offers accommodation assistance

Housing

Nearly two-thirds of Saint Joseph's students live in on-campus residence halls or on-campus apartments. Others live just off campus in University-sponsored apartments. There is no official housing for graduate students, but assistance in finding off-campus apartments is available.

Character & Location

Founded in 1851, Saint Joseph's University is a catholic Jesuit institution that advances the professional and personal ambitions of men and women by providing a demanding, yet supportive, educational experience. Saint Joseph's is home to approximately 4,850 traditional undergraduate day students, 650 College of Professional and Liberal Studies adult undergraduates, and 3,520 graduate and doctoral students.

Located on the edge of metropolitan Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University provides ready access to the vast career opportunities and cultural resources of America's fifth-largest city, while affording students a cohesive and intimate campus experience. The Philadelphia Art Museum, Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, Franklin Institute and the Philadelphia Magic Gardens are all less than 15 minutes away from Saint Joseph's University. The Philadelphia International Airport is only 20 minutes away from campus.

Students can go shopping at the King of Prussia mall or head to the Adventure Aquarium located 20 minutes away from campus. Students can also find some of the best restaurants and farmers markets all within a few miles from campus.

Saint Joseph's University offers over 50 undergraduate day majors, 13 College of Professional & Liberal Studies programs, 28 graduate areas of study, and an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. Saint Joseph's University is approved by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. In addition, US News and World Report ranked Saint Joseph's University 11 among 193 master's university in the north. The Princeton Review has ranked the Haub School of Business as one of the "Best 290 Business Schools".

Average Temperatures
Low (winter): 34°F/1°C
High (summer): 77°F/25°C

Annual Costs

• Tuition : Bachelor - US $49410, Master - US $20934, Doctorate - US $19350
• Housing: Bachelor - US $9424, Master - US $9102, Doctorate - US $9102
• Meals : Bachelor - US $5416, Master - US $5740, Doctorate - US $5740

Scholarship

International Students

Undergraduate: Varies: All student applications are reviewed for academic awards. (2022-2023)

Graduate: Varies: Merit scholarships are limited. (2022-2023)

ELS Students

Undergraduate: $4,000/yr: ELS graduates receive scholarships for up to 4 years totaling $16,000. There are no special requirements. The awards are given at the time of matriculation with the official acceptance letter. (2018-2019)

Information on Admission Process for Agents

Agent Notes:

Current Promotional Allowance/ Higher Education Commission information can be obtained from your Director of Recruitment or Sales Manager.