Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Jersey City, New Jersey |
| Online | saintpeters.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Saint Peter's University, located in Jersey City, New Jersey, sits across the Hudson River from Manhattan with direct access to New York City via public transportation. The urban campus spans 30 acres in the McGinley Square section of Jersey City, featuring a mix of modern and Gothic Revival architecture, including the landmark Gannon Hall. Founded in 1872 by the Society of Jesus, Saint Peter's maintains its Jesuit educational tradition while serving a diverse student population. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs with particular strengths in business, nursing, education, and cybersecurity, while requiring all students to complete a core curriculum in the liberal arts tradition. Residence halls accommodate approximately one-third of undergraduate students, with the majority of students commuting from the New York metropolitan area.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Saint Peters; SPC is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Saint Peter's University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#610 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#413 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#10 in Best Private Colleges in New Jersey
#39 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1150 |
| ACT | 17/28 |
| GPA | 3.31 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,100 |
| Room and Board | $17,590 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,300 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,944 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Health Professions | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186432 IPEDS survey data for Saint Peter's University.
Current students may use the Saint Peter's University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025