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It's never too early to explore your college options. Join us at our Undergraduate Open House on July 22, 2018.

Film review: "Pope Francis: A Man of His Word"

Close up, portrait view of Pope Francis.

Pope Francis: A Man of His Word, is an intimate, unprecedented documentary that invites viewers into an audience with the first Jesuit to lead the Roman Catholic Church.

Meditative Art Exhibit “Somnambulant” Makes its Debut

Works of art often reflect the inner workings of the human mind, revealing their artists through forms that hold conceptual significance. Artist Samantha Parker Salazar brings “Somnambulant” to the University Gallery and reveals her thoughts from within.

SJU Welcomes a Strong Incoming Class

A nine-percentage-point improvement in the acceptance rate since 2014 headlines early Class of 2022 enrollment returns, indicating strength in the academic quality of the incoming freshman class.

From the Lacrosse Field to Wall Street

The demands of being a Division I athlete might discourage many students from devoting their time to other activities, but that didn’t hold back Lincoln Park, New Jersey, native Christopher Blewitt ’18 from getting involved.

Season Finale of Good to Know

In the season one finale of “Good to Know,” we sit down with Jim Caccamo, Ph.D., an ethicist who specializes in communications and technology. Jim explains the ethical implications of the phrase that’s on everyone’s lips these days: “fake news.”

It's All in the Family: Twins to Join Parents in Medical Field

Twin sisters and SJU seniors, Marisa and Tera Egan of King of Prussia, will both attend graduate programs in the medical field.

SJU By The Numbers

Located in Philadelphia and just 15 minutes from the city center

23 Average class size

14:1 Student/Faculty ratio

3,500 Times the SJU Hawk flaps its wings at each basketball game

96 Percent of 2016 graduates employed, pursuing graduate study or volunteering full time

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Featured Events

Tue, 06/12/2018

Inclusion and Diversity Committee

The Inclusion and Diversity Committee (IDC) provides space to build community among students, staff and faculty who are interested in inclusion and diversity initiatives. The committee is open to all who want to participate, and meetings take place the second Tuesday of each month. Share ideas and initiatives already in progress, or bring questions around which to develop new partnerships and programs.

Tue, 06/12/2018 - Sat, 05/12/2018

Graduate Education Open House

Join us for our Summer 2018 Graduate Education Open House for our graduate arts & sciences programs. This event is a great opportunity to learn about your program of interest directly from our program directors, visit campus, and network with other prospective students.

Tue, 06/12/2018

Graduate Business Open House

Learn more about our Graduate Business Programs, including our MBA, Executive MBA and Specialized Masters Programs.

Wed, 06/27/2018

Nutrition Counseling

Family Foods Nutrition Counseling provides more than just nutrition counseling! They provide online weight management, fantastic nutrition resources and of course, on site nutrition counseling.

Wed, 07/04/2018

Independence Day

4th of July holiday.

Why SJU?

All-Encompassing Academics

Students come to Saint Joseph’s University seeking a values-based learning experience. They join a community that regards questions of ethics, morality and faith as centrally important to human existence. Students are guided to develop to the fullest in every facet of their intellectual potential. In both the College of Arts & Sciences and the Erivan K. Haub School of Business, the University sets continually higher educational standards for its students. Our top-rate faculty provide a rigorous, intense education that both disciplines and expands the mind.

Philadelphia Life

Located on the edge of Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University has the best of both worlds, combining the excitement and adventure of city life with the quiet atmosphere of the suburbs. Just a train ride away from the city center, students have access to America's "No. 1 City for Culture." Additionally, with eight Fortune 500 companies, Philadelphia is ideal for internships, networking, and post-graduation job opportunities.

Distinctly Jesuit

As a Jesuit institution, guided by a faith that promotes justice, Saint Joseph’s University educates for a higher purpose; service is central to the Jesuit identity, and students are expected to improve the common good by utilizing their skills and knowledge to promote tolerance, compassion and social justice.

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