Majors and Programs of Study

At St. John’s, our students quickly become fluent in the business of doing business. Explore The Peter J. Tobin College of Business, the Thomas J. Cox, Jr. Honors Program, our Executive in Residence Program, our majors, and our global opportunities. Tobin’s distinction is reflected in the success of our graduates, many of whom live and work in the New York metropolitan area, providing valuable connections for internships and careers.

At St. John’s, you study under true visionaries in these fields—an impressive faculty with years of experience at the leading edge of communication, marketing, and media. Plus, you learn in New York City—the media and advertising/marketing capital of the world—with access to internships and experiential learning opportunities.

At St. John’s, technology is everywhere. Walk through The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies and you discover our Homeland Security Lab and our Cyber Security Lab, where tomorrow’s security experts learn from faculty with decades of experience with local and national law enforcement.

The School of Education prepares tomorrow’s teachers by providing a vibrant learning environment for the intellectual, professional, and moral development of students. Through a rigorous curriculum, hands-on learning, and in-school observation opportunities, our students enter the classroom poised to make an immediate impact on the next generation of learners.

At St. John’s, the opportunity to explore the world through a historical lens is exceptional. You can pursue a wide range of degrees in history or public history, or earn both a Master of Arts degree in Public History and an American Library Association-accredited Master of Science degree in Library and Information Science—the only institution in New York City that offers this opportunity.

Accordingly, at St. John’s you develop the ability to articulate your understanding of the past and its influence on the present, so you emerge as a well-rounded individual with the necessary resources to be personally and professionally successful.

Whether your goal is to work at the local, state, or federal government level, in public policy or nonprofit work, or you plan to attend law school, St. John’s provides you with the tools necessary to excel in any field.

St. John’s is your conduit to a career in any number of fields, with an education that is entrepreneurial, experiential, and global. Through a rigorous curriculum coupled with unparalleled opportunities for experiential learning and internships, our graduates are forward-thinking, innovative, and poised to tackle challenges associated with the global economy.

There’s never been a better time to pursue this field at St. John’s University. Our new Nursing program recently welcomed its first class of students, and the multimillion-dollar St. Vincent Health Sciences Center is scheduled to open in Fall 2024. This state-of-the-art facility will feature active learning classrooms, laboratories, simulation facilities, and collaborative spaces, and will be home to current and future health science programs.

At St. John’s, you gain a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills that underlie these areas as you learn from internationally known faculty and outstanding academic resources. The University’s close proximity to New York City equates to incredible access to some of the world’s leading businesses and organizations for internships, networking with alumni, and career opportunities.

Whether you pursue one of these social sciences at St. John’s—or a combination of several—you develop a keen understanding of the world around you. Fittingly, you become a well-rounded global citizen, and when you graduate, you are equipped with the necessary resources to be personally and professionally successful in any field.

St. John’s is in New York City, home to 10 major league sports franchises, as well as the headquarters of Major League Baseball, Major League Soccer, National Basketball Association, National Football League, National Hockey League, and the United States Tennis Association. Our Sport Management majors learn from dedicated and experienced faculty and immerse themselves in the business of sports through internships, guest speakers, and alumni in the field.

For St. John’s students interested in making connections in the world of fashion, there are few cities that compare to New York, which, along with London, England; Milan, Italy; and Paris, France, make up fashion’s “Big 4.” Our faculty work closely with students to ensure that they enter this trillion-dollar industry with the skills and business sense they need to make an impact.

New York City is also a global destination for tourists, business leaders, government officials, and others—making it a remarkable place to learn about the worlds of hospitality, food and beverage, tourism, and event management.

There is no shortage of opportunities to showcase one’s talent and creativity at St. John’s University, from The Little Theatre, home of The Chappell Players theatre organization, to the Dr. M. T. Geoffrey Yeh Art Gallery, where students curate exhibitions. Furthermore, the University’s proximity to New York City translates to extraordinary access to Broadway, world-renowned museums, and countless opportunities to learn about the world—and your place in it.