Admission

What is your application deadline?
We have a “Rolling Admission” policy, where we process & notify as the applications are received, except for the six year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program. 
The Priority Deadline for the six year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program is December 1st.  The regular deadline for the six year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program is February 1st.
Students seeking admission to a BFA program in fine arts, graphic design, creative photography, or illustration are required to submit an appropriate art portfolio by February 15.  International students seeking fall admission are asked to submit their applications by May 1.  International students seeking spring admission are asked to submit their application by November 1.  See more International FAQs

What are your requirements for admission?
Admission requirements are dependent upon the program to which you are applying.  The average SAT score for the Fall 2009 Freshman class is a 1092 out of 1600 (Math and Critical Reading).  The average GPA is an 88 or 3.3 on the 4.0 scale.  Please contact the Office of Admission at 888-9STJOHNS or admhelp@stjohns.edu if you have questions regarding admission to specific majors.

Where do I send my transcript and supporting application documentation?
All applications and documents should be sent to our central processing site in Massachusetts. The address is St. John's University, PO Box 413, Randolph MA 02368-9822

What is the cost of tuition for the 2010-2011 academic year? 
The tuition rate for 2010-11 is $31,980.

What code do I use to send St. John’s my test scores?
The SAT code for St. John’s is 2799. The ACT code is 2888. TOEFL code is 2799.

 

Does St. Johns University require SAT Subject Tests?
SAT subject tests are not required, nor are they a factor in the admission process.

Does St. Johns University weigh my application differently if I take the SAT or ACT more than once?
The University takes the highest possible combination of scores and does not penalize you for taking your standardized tests multiple times.  If you are taking the SAT, you do not need to select Score Choice since we will use your highest combined critical reading and math scores.

 

Do I need to send a recommendation letter or essay as part of our application?
Although essays and recommendation letters are optional, they are recommended. You may choose to write an essay on any topic that interests you, however, remember that your essay needs to provide us additional information about you that cannot be gleaned from your application. Ideally, your essay should be approximately 250 words.

If you are applying to the Pharmacy program, an essay of 250 words describing why you are pursuing a career in Pharmacy and why you are applying to St. John's is required. You are also required to submit two letters of recommendation (one must be from a science or math teacher).
 

Do you accept AP, IB, or college credits taken in high school?
AP credit is awarded depending upon the score on your exam as well as your intended major.  We also award credit for IB exams though we do not award credit for the full IB diploma.  IB credit is awarded based on the score on your exam and your intended major.  Students seeking credit for AP or IB courses must send their official AP or IB score report(s) to St. John’s University.

College credits in high school will be awarded based upon the grade in the class, the subject of the class, and your intended major.  Generally speaking, college courses must be at least three credits and you must receive at least a “C.”   Students seeking credit for college courses must send their final, official college transcript to St. John’s University.

Can I apply online?
Yes!  More than 90% of our applicants for admission apply online.  Our online application can be found at http://www.stjohns.edu/apply.   We waive the application fee if you apply using our on-line application.
 

Is an interview required?
Interviews are not required for admission, nor are they a factor in the admission process.

Do you have any particular class requirements?
Yes.  In order to be considered for admission to the University, we require a minimum of 16 High School academic units which must include 4 credits of English, 4 of History, 3 of Math, 2 of Science and 2 of Foreign Language

Do you have part-time study?
With the exception of the Radiology and Physician Assistant programs, our programs can be completed on a part-time basis.

As a prospective student-athlete, where can I send my athletics films for the coaches to review?
If you are interested in playing for the Red Storm and are not currently being recruited, you can send your game films and athletic accomplishments information directly to the coaches of the teams you want to play for. The coaches contact information can be found here. You may also want to fill out the Prospective Student-Athlete Questionnaire by clicking here. 

Can I apply if I have earned a GED?
Applicants with a GED are welcome to apply to St. John’s.  You must submit the official GED score report along with the Diploma.

Does St. Johns University admit students who have been home schooled?
Students who are home schooled are welcome to apply to St. John’s.  Academic transcripts as well as proof of a high school diploma are required.

If I will complete most or all of my high school requirements as a junior, can I apply as a high school junior?
You can apply as a junior in high school as long as you are receiving your high school diploma within that academic year.

Does St. John’s accept the Common Application?
No.  St. John’s is not a participating University in the common application.  You can apply to St. John’s through our Web site.

I never took my SAT's in high school. I have been out of school for more than a year. Is it still required for admittance?
Students that have been out of high school for a year or more and have not taken the SAT or ACT must take the SAT or ACT or sit for the Accuplacer exam which is offered by the College Board and administered at a number of colleges and universities including St. John’s.  For answers to your questions regarding the Accuplacer exam, please contact the Office of Admission at 888-9STJOHNS or admhelp@stjohns.edu.

I attended St. John's ten years ago and would like to return. What is the process I would have to go through?
You need to complete a readmit application.  If you have attended another college or university, you must complete a transfer application.  You must also supply us with a written statement of activity detailing what you have been doing since you were last enrolled in school.  You can complete and submit your application online at http://www.stjohns.edu/apply.

How do I log into UIS (University Information System)?
Your User ID is your official St. John's ID number -- it starts with a capital "X" and appears on your acceptance letter. Your PIN number is your six-digit birth date (for example, July 5, 1992 is 070592).

I am an incoming freshman and have decided on a different program to major in. What steps do I have to take in order to change it?
If you wish to change your major prior to enrolling at St. John’s University, you must submit a letter to the Office of Admission with the new program that you wish to major in. An admissions counselor will review your request. Once enrolled in St. John’s University, you must work with your Academic Advisor to change your major.