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St. John Fisher University

Rochester, NY · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

St. John Fisher University campus
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Admission rate
66%
Accessible
Average net price
$29,743
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
74%
Median earnings
$76,156
10 years after enrolling

Summary

St. John Fisher University is a private nonprofit college in Rochester, NY with 2,565 undergraduates. It admits 66% of applicants, and admitted students average 1214 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $29,743 per year ($18,635 for families earning under $30,000). 74% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $76,156 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
66%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,600
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,119
Fall 2023
Yield
20%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing560–650
200800
SAT Math560–650
200800
ACT Composite23–28
136

What St. John Fisher University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$57,224
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$43,174

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$18,635
  • $30–48k$22,573
  • $48–75k$25,145
  • $75–110k$28,267
  • $110k+$35,104

Get a personal estimate with St. John Fisher University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
74%
Freshman retention
86%
Median earnings
$76,156
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,565
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
31%
  • White79%
  • Hispanic8%
  • Black5%
  • Asian3%

St. John Fisher University FAQ

What is St. John Fisher University's acceptance rate?+

St. John Fisher University admits 66% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for St. John Fisher University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 560–650 on SAT Reading and Writing and 560–650 on SAT Math; the average total is 1214.

What ACT score do you need for St. John Fisher University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 23–28.

Is St. John Fisher University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to St. John Fisher University?+

In Fall 2023, 4,600 students applied to St. John Fisher University and 3,119 were admitted; 611 enrolled.

Does St. John Fisher University consider legacy status?+

Yes. St. John Fisher University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does St. John Fisher University require an essay?+

St. John Fisher University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does St. John Fisher University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $57,224 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,743.

What is St. John Fisher University's graduation rate?+

74% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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