Jersey City, NJ

Saint Peter's University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Saint Peter's University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Jersey City, NJ.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Saint Peter's University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

90% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 5,217 applied, 4,711 accepted, and 535 enrolled in St. Peter's.
234 men and 301 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $42,552 for undergraduate programs and $16,035 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.65% compared to last year at Saint Peter's University.

Financial Aid

1,755 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $31,280.
For freshmen, 389 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $35,708.

Student Population

A total of 3,572 students enrolled St. Peter's in 2025.
By gender, 1,569 men and 2,003 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,263 undergraduate and 1,309 graduate students.

117 Major Programs

  • 21 programs through online
  • 43 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of St. Peter's is 58%.
The retention rate is 72% for full-time and 72% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
72%
Students to Faculty Ratio
12 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 343 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for St. Peter's and the average faculty salary is $85,287. The studetns to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.
There are 610 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $77,822.
Number of Faculties
343
Average Faculty Salary
$85,287
Number of Staffs
610
Average Staff Salary
$77,822

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries

Athletics

Saint Peter's University is a member of Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC).