Alumni Fun Facts

There are lots of reasons to <3 our alumni and friends, who give so generously of their time and resources to make your experience here at St. John’s what it is. So this year, during the first-ever I <3 Alumni: Philanthropy Week, take a moment to refresh your memory on why their support has such a huge impact:

  • Out of all of our undergraduates last year, 97% received financial aid
  • A total of $198 million of University money went towards that aid!
  • Over 400 separate scholarships are offered to our students
  • Funds from our alumni and friends help provide the cutting-edge technology and resources in our libraries
  • Spending a semester abroad is made possible in part to their generosity
  • Alumni and friends donate their time to network with students through the Alumni Insider’s View…Programs
  • Don’t forget our residence halls and named facilities: the D’Angelo Center, Taffner Field House, Carey, DaSilva and Donovan Residence Halls, Bent Hall, Belson/Finley Hall, Montgoris Dining Hall and more
  • At our Annual President’s Dinner, alumni and friends give millions of dollars for student scholarships. Last year alone raised $3 million!
  • Almost 14,000 donors supported St. John’s last academic year
  • The PLUNGE program, created thanks to the support of our donors, allows you to immerse yourself in service projects in places like Panama, Guatemala and Lourdes, France
  • Our donors provide countless internships to help students like you get your careers started