Welcome to St. John’s University’s web site. As you
navigate these pages, you will encounter a remarkable story about
the students, faculty, alumni and unique mission that make St.
John’s one of America’s leading Catholic universities.
Since 1870, St. John’s has shaped students’ lives by providing them
with the knowledge, skills and confidence to make a difference in
the world. St. John’s reputation for academic excellence is well
known. So is the success our 152,000 alumni have achieved in the
arts, sciences, business, education, public service—virtually every
field imaginable.
But there is something else that turns our students into
leaders—and that is St. John’s mission as a Catholic and Vincentian
university. It is a mission energized by the example of St. Vincent
de Paul, the 17th-century French priest whose belief in the dignity
and worth of all persons led him to a life of service, especially
to those who were poor and marginalized. Accordingly, St. John’s
links superior academic programs with a wide array of service
opportunities designed to enable students to effect change and help
create a better world on both the local and global levels. In
addition, a wide variety of financial aid programs gives students,
irrespective of their economic background, access to a St. John’s
education.
St. John’s mission as a metropolitan university within some of the
world’s most exciting cities also enriches the education we
provide. Global studies opportunities prepare students to be world
citizens. Internships and our unique freshman course, Discover New
York, take advantage of our New York City
location.
Students also benefit from state-of-the-art resources, including
wireless campuses, new residence halls and renovated science and
library facilities. Our new 127,000 square-foot D’Angelo Center
serves both student life and academics and includes club space,
classrooms, a food court, Starbucks Café, and a two-story
lounge.
Through this user-friendly web site, you will discover these and
many other advantages of attending St. John’s University. You also
are invited to schedule a personal visit to any of our campuses for a first-hand
look at the St. John’s experience in action.
Sincerely,
Rev. Donald J. Harrington, C.M.