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The best way to experience St. John’s University is to see it for yourself. Visit our campus in Queens, NY, for a front-row seat to life as a student (or “Johnnie,” as we like to call ourselves).

An Education That Elevates

Your path to success starts here. No matter your background, major, or goals, at St. John’s you benefit from world-class academics, renowned professors, outstanding resources, and a long tradition of excellence and service.

Your Success is Our Success!

Explore what is unique to St. John’s, even beyond the classroom, with limitless opportunities. We are here to guide you every step of the way.

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Study Abroad

Did you know that nearly 40 percent of St. John’s students study abroad at some point during their undergraduate career?

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A Small Campus Feel with Big City Benefits

Minutes from Manhattan, our nearly 100-acre Queens campus offers a traditional university environment in the world’s most dynamic city. Here, you can be a part of more than 180 student organizations on campus, including academic, athletic, social, and Greek life. There’s never a dull moment!

Discover our Queens Campus

Success by Any Measure

Johnnies are everywhere, effecting positive change around the globe. While their paths to success may differ, they can all trace their steps back to St. John’s. Learn about their journeys—and how St. John’s has helped them along the way.

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Shooting for the Stars: from Intern to Webby Award Winner at Oprah Daily

Like many first-year students, Annastacia Gladston ’17CPS was unsure of where she fit in when she first arrived at the Queens, NY, campus of St. John’s University. That feeling of uncertainty was short-lived, as the University’s welcoming atmosphere provided her with the support she needed to find her true self and set the stage for a promising future.

Annastacia Gladston ’17CPS The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies

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“I was drawn to St. John’s by the location and programs offered,” the native of Queens, NY, explained. “My entire family lives in New York, so I wanted to be close to my support system as I entered this new phase of my life.”

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Serving Others Drives Grad Student's Research Ambition

In his native country of Trinidad and Tobago, Jelani Estrada ’22C was considered a shy and unassuming student. When he came to St. John’s University and confronted the COVID-19 pandemic, however, he quickly found his voice and a passion for giving back to the community.

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Jelani, a graduate student pursuing a Master of Public Health degree, first came to St. John’s as an international undergraduate student in 2018, eager to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. In March 2020, he landed a position as a patient transporter at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, in Flushing, NY, not far from St. John’s Queens, NY, campus.

91.7%*

of 2022 graduates were employed and/or enrolled in graduate school six months after degree completion.

96.7%

would recommend St. John’s to their family or friends.

*Data is representative of the three graduating classes (September 2021, January 2022, and May 2022) from the three main campuses (Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan). Data pertains only to those 70 percent of undergraduates who responded to the survey and includes graduates who may have been employed prior to graduation.

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Attention: Accepted Students

Let the journey begin. Join together with your future classmates and find out what it’s like to live and learn as a Johnny!

As of August 2022, the University is no longer admitting students to the Staten Island campus due to a proposed substantive change pending approval by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. For more information, please visit www.stjohns.edu/SITeachOut.

From the Blog

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Fast-Track Your Future: Actionable Career Exploration for College Students

If you’re a current or soon-to-be college student, feeling anxious about your career plans is expected. You might encounter questions from others like, “Have you thought about internships yet?” or “Why haven’t you started networking?”, which can add to the pressure. But don’t worry—that is what University Career Services is here for!

In this blog post, we discuss an excellent resource offered through the St. John’s University Career Services office called Career Treks, designed to assist you in your career exploration journey.

St. John's Nursing Students

First-Year Students Share Insights: ‘Why Do You Want to Be a Nurse?’

If you’re interested in positively impacting people’s lives, nursing could be the perfect career path for you! In this Q&A session, we speak to first-year nursing students Lauren Chan, Beverly Dekyem, and Natalia Dookharan. They share their personal experiences, on why they chose a nursing career path and their reasons for enrolling in the Bachelor of Science program in Nursing at St. John’s University. Read on for some inspiration!

St. John's University Queens, New York Residence Hall Dorms

What is Living in a College Dorm Like?

Living in a college dorm is a common experience for many students. It’s natural to feel anxious as move-in day approaches, but if you plan, you’ll find it more manageable.

I’m Madison, a junior at St. John’s University, and I have been living on the Queens, NY, campus since my first year. I have experienced living with roommates, coexisting in small spaces, doing laundry in a dorm building, and so much more. In this blog, I share the reality of living in a college dorm to prepare you for your college move-in day.

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