Philadelphia was recently named a top destination in the world to visit in 2021 by Condé Nast Traveler. Hear from the St. Joe’s community why they think Philly is also a great place to live, work and go to school.
City & Suburbs
We're part city, part suburbs. Our Hawk Hill and University City campuses allow students to experience the kinetic energy and opportunities of urban life and enjoy the ease and sprawling green spaces of the Main Line suburbs.
The Excitement of a Global City
Saint Joseph’s University is located in Philadelphia, the sixth-largest city in America. Go wild with other fans at an Eagles game, see where America was born or check out the foodie scene downtown. Craving culture? Explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art (or just recreate that Rocky scene on its famous steps) and catch live performances at one of the city’s world-class venues.
The Comfort and Convenience of the Suburbs
Saint Joseph’s Hawk Hill campus sits on the border of Philadelphia and the Main Line, a suburban area west of the city named for a stretch of the Pennsylvania Railroad that once connected well-to-do Philadelphians to their country estates. Today’s Main Line is a leafy residential enclave that’s home to upscale shops and restaurants, historic estates and woodlands crossed by bike paths and hiking trails.
The Heart of the Innovation District
Saint Joseph's University City campus is located in Philadelphia's innovation district — home to health science start-ups, established biotech firms and influential higher education institutions that work together toward solving societies' most pressing problems.
Local Community Resources
There's no shortage of events, festivals, live shows, and more happening in Philadelphia. The following guides compile local happenings and recommendations all into one spot, so you can always stay in-the-know.
Explore Saint Joseph’s and Beyond
From Fishtown to Ardmore, Philadelphia is known as a city of neighborhoods, and our Hawk Hill and University City campuses have easy access to all of them by car, bus or train.
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Opportunities Abound
Looking for an internship, work experience or full-time job? Philly is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, with booming biotech, health care and banking sectors. With more than 5,000 internships posted throughout the year and a robust roster of local alumni, Saint Joseph’s will help you get your foot in the door.
Ready to Explore Saint Joseph’s?
Explore our unique campuses that mix city and suburbs and find out what life is like as a Hawk. You can see it for yourself in a small-group tour, a hybrid virtual tour or from the comfort of your home with our virtual tour and interactive map.
Hawks in the Community
Summer is meant to be full of adventure, so why not cross a few of our favorite day trips off your list?
Saint Joseph’s University is offering prospective students and families two new virtual visit opportunities to get to know our Hawk Hill and University City campuses.