St. John Fisher University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
St. John Fisher University is a private research university in Rochester, New York, serving roughly 2,565 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 66.40% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $41,190
- 2024 Average Net Price: $28,945 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 66.40% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,565 98.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 74.17%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 25.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1214
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,723
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,600
- Room & Board: $14,908 annual estimate
St. John Fisher University: what the data shows
Common questions about St. John Fisher University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is St. John Fisher University?
St. John Fisher University is located in Rochester, NY (ZIP 14618-3597).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is St. John Fisher University public or private?
St. John Fisher University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does St. John Fisher University cost?
Published tuition: $41,190.
Average net price after aid: $28,945.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,054 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,953 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $25,992 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $30,268 |
| $110,001+ | $34,085 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $164,760.
How hard is it to get into St. John Fisher University?
Admission rate: 66.40%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1214 and midpoint ACT 26.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is St. John Fisher University?
Total enrollment: 2,565 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,723 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,122 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at St. John Fisher University?
150%-time completion rate: 74.17%.
First-year retention: 86.4%.
What do graduates of St. John Fisher University earn?
Median earnings: $61,198 six years after entry; $66,944 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
28.69% of students receive Pell grants.
What is St. John Fisher University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (181 completions)
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing (88 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (83 completions)
- Pharmacy (63 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (56 completions)
- Psychology, General (49 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (40 completions)
- Finance, General (40 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (34 completions)
- School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist (33 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is St. John Fisher University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 66.40%; completion rate 74.17%; median earnings $66,944 at 10 years; net price $28,945. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$41,190
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at St. John Fisher University was $41,190.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$28,945
2024 Value
In 2024 St. John Fisher University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,945.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$115,780 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$28,945 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$164,760 4-Year Tuition
$14,908 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,150 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$57,248 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$228,992 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for St. John Fisher University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
28.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
67.80% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at St. John Fisher University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for St. John Fisher University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $28,430 | $28,430 | $23,162 |
| 2014 | $29,550 | $29,550 | $23,666 |
| 2015 | $30,690 | $30,690 | $24,915 |
| 2016 | $31,880 | $31,880 | $26,827 |
| 2017 | $33,120 | $33,120 | $27,023 |
| 2018 | $34,310 | $34,310 | $27,299 |
| 2019 | $35,150 | $35,150 | $27,767 |
| 2020 | $35,150 | $35,150 | $29,240 |
| 2021 | $36,352 | $36,352 | $26,720 |
| 2022 | $37,748 | $37,748 | $27,313 |
| 2023 | $39,666 | $39,666 | $28,150 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
66.40% Acceptance Rate
4,600 Total Applicants
3,119 Students Admitted
611 First-Time Students Enrolled
19.59% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1214
ACT Average: 26
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
St. John Fisher University reported total enrollment of about 2,565 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (78.7%), Hispanic or Latino (8.0%), and Black or African American (5.4%). About 28.69% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 25.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at St. John Fisher University in 2024 is 2,565 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,723 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,122 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
86.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 78.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
65.17% 100% Completion Time
74.17% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 65.17% of students graduating from St. John Fisher University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 9% male / 91% female
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing: 5% male / 95% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 64% male / 36% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for St. John Fisher University.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$66,944 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
34.73% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
478.20% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for St. John Fisher University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 45 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 181 completions
2. Family Practice Nurse/Nursing: 88 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 83 completions
4. Pharmacy: 63 completions
5. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 56 completions
6. Psychology, General: 49 completions
7. Organizational Leadership: 40 completions
8. Finance, General: 40 completions
9. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 34 completions
Most popular programs at St. John Fisher University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for St. John Fisher University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for St. John Fisher University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,676
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,170
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
St. John Fisher University is a private non-profit institution located in Rochester, NY, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Family Practice Nurse/Nursing, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 2,565 students. Student body composition includes White (78.7%), Hispanic or Latino (8.0%), Black or African American (5.4%). The admission rate is 66.40%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1214. The 150%-time completion rate is 74.17%. Approximately 28.69% of students receive Pell Grants. About 25.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Rochester, NY 14618-3597
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
St. John Fisher University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St. John Fisher University located?
St. John Fisher University is located in Rochester, NY.
What is St. John Fisher University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at St. John Fisher University is 66.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,600 applicants and 3,119 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does St. John Fisher University cost?
Reported tuition is $41,190 and average net price is $28,945 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,908 annually.
What is the student body demographics at St. John Fisher University?
St. John Fisher University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,723 students, White (78.7%), Hispanic or Latino (8.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend St. John Fisher University?
About 25.2% of students at St. John Fisher University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for St. John Fisher University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, St. John Fisher University reports midpoint SAT about 1214 and midpoint ACT about 26.
What do graduates of St. John Fisher University earn?
Median earnings are $61,198 six years after entry and $66,944 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at St. John Fisher University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 74.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do St. John Fisher University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is St. John Fisher University public or private?
St. John Fisher University is a private nonprofit institution located in Rochester, NY.
Is St. John Fisher University an HBCU?
No. St. John Fisher University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is St. John Fisher University a tribal college?
No. St. John Fisher University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Mid East regional profile
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.