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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Rochester, NY

St. John Fisher University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$39,666

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

67.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

73.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$66,944

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

St. John Fisher University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Rochester, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $39,666, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 73.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing560 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math560 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite24 – 29
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

67.8%

Transfer-Out Rate19.5%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$158,664

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$36,944

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$210,776

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$580,216

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at St. John Fisher University is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.1%
41.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
80.0%
Hispanic
7.2%
Black
5.3%
Asian
3.8%
Two or more
1.9%
Unknown
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
International
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$39,666

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,994
$30k - $48k$20,355
$48k - $75k$27,255
$75k+$30,794

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients28.1%
Using Federal Loans67.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment75.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

84.3%

Success

73.3%

In-State Cost

$39,666

Age 25+ Students

3.4%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

473 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Rochester (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Rochester (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Rochester

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$938

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,050

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,307

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Rochester metropolitan area.