Saint Johns University

What is the accreditation of Saint Johns University?

Saint John's University is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The College of Saint Benedict is a separate institution with its own accreditation, despite the schools' closely coordinated academic programs.

Institutional accreditation evaluates an institution as a whole. It is relevant to federal financial aid eligibility and may matter when seeking admission to another college or graduate program, but it does not require another institution to accept every transfer credit. Individual professional programs can also have specialized accreditation or approval. Applicants considering nursing, teacher licensure or another regulated occupation should verify the status and licensing requirements of the specific program in the state where they intend to practice.

What are the admission requirements at Saint Johns University?

First-year applicants to Saint John's generally apply through the shared Saint John's and College of Saint Benedict undergraduate admissions process. They should be prepared to submit an application and a secondary-school transcript showing completion of high school or an accepted equivalent.

Academic coursework and grades are central to review; a college-preparatory record is expected. Class rank and recommendations may be considered but are not universally required. SAT and ACT scores are considered when submitted rather than required for every applicant. Among enrolled first-time students in the reported admissions data, the median ACT composite was 25, but a score reported by enrolled students is not an admissions cutoff.

The reported admission rate was about 91%: 1,527 of 1,685 first-year applicants were admitted. That describes a past applicant pool, not an individual's likelihood of admission. Applicants educated in a language other than English should check the current English-proficiency requirements and accepted tests. Graduate theology, nursing and other programs with distinct entry or progression rules may require additional materials. Because deadlines and testing policies can change by entry term, applicants should use the current admissions checklist for their applicant category.

What are the application fees and waivers at Saint Johns University?

Saint John's and the College of Saint Benedict have offered a no-fee undergraduate application through their shared admissions process. Applicants should confirm the charge shown for the application route they choose before submitting it; graduate and other specialized applications may follow different rules.

An application fee is different from an enrollment deposit or later tuition and housing charges. If an applicant encounters a fee they cannot pay, the admissions office can clarify whether that application route offers a waiver and how to request it before submission.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Saint Johns University?

Saint John's students can pursue Army ROTC through the program serving the Saint John's and College of Saint Benedict community. ROTC participation combines military coursework and training with a student's regular degree program.

Joining a class, competing for an ROTC scholarship and contracting for military service are different steps with different eligibility rules. Students should ask the Army ROTC program about the current unit arrangement, scheduling across campuses, medical and citizenship requirements, scholarship applications and the service commitment associated with commissioning. Applicants interested in Air Force or Navy ROTC should verify a current cross-enrollment arrangement before assuming either branch is available through Saint John's.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Saint Johns University?

Saint John's accepts transfer applicants for fall and spring entry and generally considers credits earned at other accredited institutions. Admission as a transfer student and acceptance of particular courses toward a Saint John's degree are separate decisions.

Transfer applicants should expect to provide transcripts from every college attended; the admissions office may also request secondary-school records depending on the applicant's history. Saint John's reports that it considers CLEP examinations for transfer credit. How a course applies to a major, general education or elective requirement depends on an individual evaluation, not merely on whether the credit is accepted.

Before enrolling, a prospective transfer student should request a course-by-course review and ask the relevant academic department about major sequencing, laboratory requirements or clinical placements. That is especially useful when estimating how many terms remain after transfer. Applicants should also check the current application deadline and any minimum credit or residency requirements for their intended degree.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Saint Johns University?

Saint John's students can explore international study through the shared global education programs of Saint John's and the College of Saint Benedict. Options may include semester programs and shorter, faculty-led experiences.

Program length, destination and academic fit matter more than the number of options alone. Students should obtain academic approval before committing to a program, particularly if they need a course to satisfy a major requirement or plan to graduate on a fixed schedule. They should also compare program charges, travel costs, passport or visa needs, and how institutional, federal and other aid would apply. A jointly administered program is distinct from an independently arranged third-party experience, for which credit and aid rules may differ.