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St. John's University-New York

Queens, NY·Private nonprofit·9,477 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $62,400 within 10 years; financial aid brings net price below sticker.

83%
Accept
9,477
Students
$29,999
Net Price
66%
Grad Rate
$62,400
Earnings
10 yr
$25,000
Debt

About This School

St. John's University-New York is a private nonprofit institution located in Queens, New York with approximately 9,477 undergraduate students enrolled. St. John's University-New York has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 83%. The average net price after financial aid is $29,999 per year. The graduation rate is 66%, and the typical graduate earns $62,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a median salary of $62,400 after 10 years is decent, and a relatively low median debt of $19,500 at graduation keeps the financial risk manageable, but a 68% graduation rate means roughly 1 in 3 students who start here don't finish — worth asking why. Worth considering if you're drawn to its Queens location, Catholic Vincentian mission, or strong programs in pharmacy, law, or business, and you have a clear plan to stay on track. The 80% acceptance rate makes it accessible, but come in with a strategy, not just a backup.

Setting
Large city
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Avg Faculty Salary
$13,500

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing28%
Biological Sciences15%
Psychology7%
Communications6%
Health Professions5%
Computer Science5%
Education5%
Social Sciences4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1244
Reading 75th %ile670
Math 75th %ile670

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite26

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$53,020
Out-of-State Tuition
$53,020
Avg Net Price
$29,999
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$27,787
$30–48k$27,654
$48–75k$29,280
$75–110k$32,208
$110k+$33,661

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants24%
Median debt at graduation$25,000

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$65,527

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
66%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
79%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$62,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$25,000
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$48,600
Female graduates$47,600

Gap: 2% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

What Each Major Actually Earns

Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.

St. John's University-New York graduates earn most above the national rate in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods ($69,439 vs $47,382 nationally), and most below it in Biology, General ($53,989 vs $57,214).

MajorGradsHereNationalDiff
Biology, General343$53,989$57,214−$3,225
Criminal Justice and Corrections196$63,978$55,378+$8,600
Business Administration, Management and Operations182$71,271$68,257+$3,014
Psychology, General168$62,672$50,706+$11,966
Finance and Financial Management Services129$98,970$83,343+$15,627
Non-Professional Legal Studies105$65,316$61,959+$3,357
Communication and Media Studies91$60,634$56,359+$4,275
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness90$60,265$54,562+$5,703
Marketing86$75,520$69,303+$6,217
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services79$74,937$58,928+$16,009
Accounting and Related Services77$91,878$76,194+$15,684
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods75$69,439$47,382+$22,057

U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a bachelor's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$25,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$48,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$62,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.5x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White34%
Black16%
Hispanic/Latino25%
Asian16%
Two or more races5%
International3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (9,477 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

St. John's University-New York

8000 Utopia Pky

Queens, NY 11439

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

St. John's University-New York has an acceptance rate of 83%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.

Is St. John's University-New York hard to get into?

Not especially. St. John's University-New York has an acceptance rate of 83%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.

How much does St. John's University-New York cost?

The average net price at St. John's University-New York is about $29,999 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at St. John's University-New York?

St. John's University-New York has a graduation rate of 66%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

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Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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