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About St. John Fisher University

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St. John Fisher University is a private university in Rochester, NY, known for its catholic liberal arts, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 73%, SJFU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 643 students each year. SJFU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1100–1260, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. SJFU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,035 per year; the sticker price of $51,872 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

St. John Fisher University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

73%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1180
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1100 – 1260 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 24 – 30

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to St. John Fisher University

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Essay Strategy
Fisher values its tight Catholic liberal arts community rooted in the Rochester region, so use your essay to show genuine connection to that identity, whether through community service, your faith background, or your interest in contributing to the greater Rochester area.
Demonstrated Interest
Visit the St. John Fisher campus in Pittsford and sign up for an official campus tour or open house, because Fisher tracks demonstrated interest and a documented visit gives you a concrete talking point in your application materials.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What St. John Fisher University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$52k/yr$16.1k
30k-48k~$52k/yr$18.0k
48k-75k~$52k/yr$26.0k
75k-110k~$52k/yr$30.3k
110k+~$52k/yr$34.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

74%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$61k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,525
Undergrad Enrollment
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