University of Saint Joseph
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Saint Joseph
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Saint Joseph is a small private university located on an urban campus in West Hartford, Connecticut. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 879, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 80%. The university offers 30 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 70%, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1. Tuition and fees for students are $45,608.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile22-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile960-1250
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
41%
Online student enrollment
9:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
60%
Unknown
3%
Black
12%
Hispanic
16%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
30% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
16
Total Online Enrollment
792
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.41% online, 59% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
79% On-campus
21% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates14% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate36% online
Master's42% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $45,608 | $45,608 |
| Graduate | $16,971 | $16,971 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,590 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,626 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $13,590 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,652 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,652 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $62,024 | $62,024 |
| Off-campus without family | $63,050 | $63,050 |
| Off-campus with family | $49,460 | $49,460 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
30%
State Grant Aid
2%
Institution Grant Aid
97%
Pell Grant
30%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$43k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Field Hockey
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. |
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