St. John's University
St. John's University-New York · Queens, New York · Private
St. John's University admitted 80% of 25,223 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1110–1320 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 68% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
St. John's University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- December 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check St. John's University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $73,787 a year. After grants, students paid $28,206 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is St. John's University’s acceptance rate?
St. John's University admitted 80% of applicants: 20,094 of 25,223 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is St. John's University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due December 1, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for St. John's University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1110 to 1320, with a median around 1210. A score at or above 1210 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is St. John's University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
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