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Preserving History

On a recent sunny afternoon, a nondescript cargo van containing four historic pieces of stone from the original Brooklyn, NY, home of St. John’s University arrived at the Queens, NY, campus. While the distance traveled from 75 Lewis Avenue in the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn to make the delivery to campus is less than 10 miles, the symbolic journey made by the University since these concrete slabs were first set into a foundation of earth 151 years ago is incalculable.

St. John’s University Celebrates Virtual Commencement Ceremonies

During the week of May 17–23, all of the Schools and Colleges at St. John’s University, with the exception of the School of Law, held Virtual Commencement and Degree Conferral Ceremonies honoring the achievements of the Class of 2021. 

Learning with the Latest Technology

A St. John’s education gives you limitless opportunities to broaden your mind, be inspired, and discover your place in the world.

A Global City and a World Campus

A globally-minded ethos of servant leadership forms the backbone of our Vincentian “institutional DNA,” and guides the way we envision, support, and nurture education and collaboration. We welcome the world at St. John’s, and we invite you to explore all that we have to offer in New York, Rome, Paris, and through our engagement with international partners.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.

We will become an even stronger University as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

We Are New York's Team

A founding member of the BIG EAST, St. John’s has a proud athletics history that dates back to 1907.

Faithful to the Mission

Why stop at making your mark? At St. John’s, you help make the world a better place. We create opportunities for students to gain inspiration from their individual faith traditions by volunteering, fighting injustice, and serving those in need.

An Alumni Network That Opens Doors

St. John’s offers a wide range of alumni associations and chapters, receptions and outings, giving societies, and opportunities to mentor or volunteer, you can always find a way to connect and give back to the St. John’s family.