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Saint Peter's University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 615
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 93%
Students retention rate 77%
On-time graduation rate 58%

Located in Jersey City, New Jersey, Saint Peter's University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 93% indicates that Saint Peter's University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Saint Peter's University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Saint Peter's University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Saint Peter's University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 77% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 81% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

92.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$38,760

Cost of attendance at Saint Peter's University in 2022 for students from New Jersey.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $14,503
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$38,760

Cost of attendance at Saint Peter's University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $25,443
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Saint Peter's University received on average $33,992 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$33,992
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 302 71% $5,271 $1,591,873
Other Federal Grant 302 71% $5,836 $1,762,369
State Grant/Scholarships 298 70% $10,927 $3,256,145
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 424 100% $22,156 $9,393,983
Total Grant & Scholarships 424 100% $33,992 $14,412,497

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Saint Peter's University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Saint Peter's University students is 58.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 63.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 50.5%.

58.4%

  • asian 75.0% 36 students
  • African American 50.3% 81 students
  • white 64.2% 61 students
  • unknown 76.9% 10 students
  • hispanic 57.5% 134 students
  • International Students 60.0% 6 students
  • Mixed Race 42.9% 3 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Saint Peter's University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Saint Peter's University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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