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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

Fri, 06/22/2018 - Fri, 06/29/2018

New Student Orientation

SJU welcomes our newest Hawks to campus for Orientation! Four two-day sessions for incoming students and four one-day sessions for our parents and families include information sessions, course registration, a trip to Center City and lots of fun.

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.

Fri, 07/06/2018

Spirit Day

Spirit Day is an idea launched by SJU President Mark C. Reed, Ed.D., encouraging members of the SJU community to show their campus pride by wearing spirit gear on the first Friday of every month.

Sun, 07/22/2018

Summer Open House for Undergraduate Admissions

At the Saint Joseph's University Summer Open House for Undergraduate Admissions, you will learn more about SJU through a presentation with an admissions counselor, take a guided campus tour with a current student and enjoy lunch in our dining hall. We also encourage you to bring a draft of your college application essay to be reviewed by an admissions counselor during our essay-writing workshop!

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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