Visit Us
Experience Life as a Hawk
Please note: In light of the coronavirus, campus visits have been suspended until further notice. Virtual information sessions are available Monday–Friday at 10 am and 2 pm. Additional virtual visit options are available below. Once it is safe again to resume normal operations, we will notify students through email, as well as update this page.
The best way to get a feel for life as a Hawk is to experience Saint Joseph’s for yourself. Follow us on social media, sit in on a class, chat with current students join us on a guided Facebook Live tour or explore the virtual tour of our 125-acre campus, which crosses a vibrant Philadelphia neighborhood and sprawling Lower Merion suburbs.
Undergraduates and Transfer Students
All admission events are taking place online through Zoom or a phone call. Once registered, additional information will be provided on how to access your scheduled meeting.
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Join the Office of Undergraduate Admission for a virtual admission presentation. This session, led by an admission staff member, will provide an overview of Saint Joseph's mission, academic programs, student life, and the admission and financial aid processes.
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We're offering a series of live webinars for prospective students and families to better understand the college admission process. All sessions will begin at 7 p.m. EDT. Recordings will be available 48 hours after they air.
Admission Counselor Panel Watch Finding the Right Fit Watch Holistic Admission Watch Essay Writing Workshop Watch -
High school students can arrange a 30-minute, one-on-one interview with an admission representative while on campus. Be prepared to discuss your academic record and accomplishments, and ask any questions you may have about SJU or the application process.
During spring 2020, these will all be held virtually or over the phone.
Interviews are not required for admission consideration and students not able to interview will not be at a disadvantage during the admission process.
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Meet one-on-one with a transfer counselor to discuss the admission process, financial aid and transfer credit evaluations. These will be handled virtually.
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Counselors are available to discuss any questions related to the transfer admission process. Appointments will take place over the phone or through Zoom.
Graduate Students
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Interested in scheduling a one-on-one meeting with admissions counselor? We'd love to meet you. We can do this by phone or virtually through video conferencing.
- College of Arts & Sciences: gradcas@sju.edu
- School of Health Studies & Education: gradshse@sju.edu
- Haub School of Business: sjumba@sju.edu
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Students pursuing degrees in any area of graduate study are invited to attend one of our in-person or virtual open houses, held frequently throughout the year.
See upcoming dates:
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Our tours are designed with your interests in mind. Sessions are held for a variety of our graduate programs. While we're not currently offering on campus tours, we invite toy to check back for scheduling options and in the meantime, check out our virtual tour.
Adult Learners
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We’re happy to meet with you to discuss the application process and help you choose the right program for your schedule.
Call 610-660-1300 or Request an Appointment
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Available March 6, March 20 and April 3
Meet one-on-one with a transfer counselor to discuss the admission process, financial aid and transfer credit evaluations. You must have your college transcript(s) to receive a preliminary credit evaluation and an on-the-spot transfer decision.
These will be handled virtually.
Virtual Tour
360 degrees of Saint Joseph's
Explore our state-of-the-art Forman Chemistry Lab; drop in at Perch, a newly renovated student lounge with gaming systems, pool tables, a performance space and a coffee bar; or check out our dorms.
Meet Us on the Road
We can't wait to meet you.
Unable to visit? We’ll come to you. Our admission staff and alumni volunteers attend college fairs all over the country. Don’t see your area listed? Keep checking — dates are added frequently.
Visitor Resources
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Maguire Wolfington Welcome Center
All undergraduate tours (including those for transfer and adult learners) depart from the Office of Undergraduate Admission, located at our Welcome Center at the corner of Cardinal and City Avenues.
Maguire Wolfington Welcome Center
2502 Cardinal Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19131Campus Parking
Parking for undergraduate tours is available at the Maguire Wolfington Welcome Center. A parking pass and link to map showing our location is included in all event confirmation emails for registered visitors.
Disability Accommodations
Visitors with disabilities or who need special assistance should email us at admit@sju.edu at least two weeks in advance of your visit to inquire about available accommodations.
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Location and Parking
When you arrange for a tour or visit, the graduate office will provide you with information on where to meet and park. Please contact graduate@sju.edu or 610-660-1101 if you need additional accommodations.
Graduate Business
The Graduate Business offices are located in Mandeville Hall, the Haub School of Business, on the corner of 54th and City Avenue. You can enter on either side of the building. Come to the second floor and turn left off the elevator or right if you take the stairs to Suite 280.
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Use SEPTA’s trip planner to find the most convenient route to campus from the historic Amtrak/30th Street Station or any spot along SEPTA’s various routes. The 65 and 44 buses have stops on campus, and SEPTA Regional Rail stops at Overbook Station, less than a mile from the center of campus.
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In the event of severe weather, call the University’s weather hotline at 610-660-3333 or website to check campus closure status.
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