Overview
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| Location | West Hartford, Connecticut |
| Online | usj.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in West Hartford, Connecticut, University of Saint Joseph is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 1,579 prospective students applied, and 1,232 were granted admission. Of those admitted 185 enrolled in the school. 1,616 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 689 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $39,636 plus fees of $2,100. USJ is ranked 325 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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USJ is rated within the top 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Saint Joseph within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#325 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#220 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Connecticut
#5 in Best Private Colleges in Connecticut
#248 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Connecticut
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1170 |
| ACT | 22/24 |
| GPA | 3.44 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,100 |
| Room and Board | $12,242 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,378 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 25% |
| Psychology | 15% |
| Work and Family Studies | 12% |
| General Studies | 11% |
| Human Services | 11% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130314 IPEDS survey data for University of Saint Joseph.
Current students may use the University of Saint Joseph GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.