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St. John Fisher University

Private nonprofit Rochester, NY · Suburban · Mid-Atlantic · 100% data
A Earnings B Graduation B- Selectivity
Graduation Rate
74% B
Solid completion rate — most students graduate
Earnings (10yr)
$66,944 A
Top 9% nationally — exceptional earning power
Net Price
$28,945 F
69% more than the typical college
Acceptance Rate
66% B-
Accessible to most qualified applicants
Earnings +64% vs avg
Graduation +30% vs avg
Net Price 69% vs avg

Bottom line: A C overall grade — average outcomes for a U.S. college. 12.8× return on investment — every $1 spent returns $12.8 over 20 years.

12.8× return on investment

Every $1 spent returns $12.8 over 20 years — debt pays back in ~under a year. Net gain: $1,364,911.

What The Data Says

  1. A C overall — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges on measured metrics.

  2. Graduates earn 64% more than the national college median.

  3. A 74% graduation rate — 30% above the national average.

  4. Every $1 invested returns $12.8 over 20 years — an exceptional return.

About St. John Fisher University

St. John Fisher University is profiled below with full outcomes data from federal sources.

Interpretation generated from this school's federal outcomes, research, and mobility data.

Institutional Profile

Institution Type
Private Doctoral / Professional University
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Enrollment
2,565
Setting
Suburban
Designations
30
Primary Strengths
Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Biology & Biomedical, Psychology

Why students choose St. John Fisher University

Exceptional earning outcomes
Graduate earnings in the top 9% of colleges
Strength in Health Professions
Its most-awarded field of study

CollegeRanker Report Card

Graded on outcomes, against every U.S. college.

C
Top 45% overall
A
Earnings
$66,944 median
C-
Value
2.3× net price
F
Affordability
$28,945/yr net
B
Graduation
74% graduate
B-
Selectivity
66% admit rate
D
Diversity
0.37 index

Each grade is this school's national percentile on a real outcome — earnings, value, mobility, and more.

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1
Can I Get In?

Admissions

Competitive
66% admit rate

Competitive — admits about 66% of applicants, with a middle-50% SAT of 1120–1300. Run your numbers in the admissions predictor below.

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2
Can I Afford It?

Net price + aid

F
$28,945/yr net

Students pay about $28,945 a year after grants and scholarships — 69% above the typical U.S. college. See net price by family income below.

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3
What Happens After?

Earnings + debt

A
$66,944 median

Graduates earn a median of $66,944 ten years after enrolling — 64% above the typical college, against $23,250 in median debt.

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4
Does It Change Lives?

Mobility + social capital

Limited data

Mobility and social-capital data are limited for this school — see what's reported below.

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Overview

With about 2,565 students enrolled, St. John Fisher University is a solid choice for those seeking a close-knit community and a personalized education experience. The acceptance rate of 66% means that while it's competitive, many students can find a place here. Students are drawn to popular programs like Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Biology & Biomedical, Psychology, and Education, making it a good fit for those looking to enter fields with strong job prospects.

After graduation, students from St. John Fisher can expect to earn around $66,944 within a decade. This figure speaks volumes about the potential for upward mobility and job placement in those key fields. The affordability factor can't be overlooked either; with a net price of $28,945 and 29% of students receiving Pell Grants, many can find financial support to help lessen the burden of tuition costs.

When it comes to the bottom line, graduates carry a median debt of $23,250, which is manageable given their potential earnings. Those who thrive here often appreciate the supportive atmosphere and the focus on practical skills that prepare them for their careers. It’s a place where students can cultivate their interests and set themselves up for a successful future.

Rankings

Can I Get In?

How selective St. John Fisher University is — and how your numbers stack up.

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3.0
Test Score
1050
21

Academics & Admissions

Is It Hard to Get Into St. John Fisher University? Acceptance Rate & Requirements

As a private institution in Rochester, New York, St. John Fisher University offers a realistic path to admission, with roughly 66% of applicants receiving an offer. Admitted students typically arrive with an average SAT score near 1,214. The graduation rate is roughly 74%.

Acceptance Rate
66%
Retention Rate
86%
SAT Average
1214
ACT Midpoint
26
SAT Range
1120–1300
ACT Range
23–28
Full-Time Faculty
100%
Faculty Salary (mo)
$9,676
Student–Faculty Ratio
12:1
Diversity Index
0.37
First-Gen Students
25%
Applicants
4,200
Admitted
3,068

Inside the Admissions Office

School-reported Common Data Set · 2025-26

The acceptance rate tells you how hard St. John Fisher University is to get into. Its Common Data Set tells you what happens once you are admitted: how many students say yes, how many arrived without test scores, and whether applying early tilts the odds. 20% of admitted students go on to enroll here, making it a school most admitted students ultimately pass on.

Yield Rate
20%
of admits enroll
Submitted SAT
21%
of enrolled freshmen
Submitted ACT
3%
of enrolled freshmen
Early Decision Admit Rate
62.1%
vs 66.1% overall

Applying early pays off here. Of 124 Early Decision applicants, 77 were admitted — a 62.1% admit rate, roughly 0.9× the 66.1% rate for the overall pool. That binding round alone filled about 12% of the entering class (77 of 642 first-years). The catch: Early Decision is a commitment you make before you can compare aid offers.

Test-optional, in practice. Only about 24% of enrolled freshmen submitted an SAT or ACT score, so a strong application without test scores is genuinely competitive here, not a long shot.

Source: St. John Fisher University's Common Data Set, 2025-26 View the source document on collegedata.fyi →

Can I Afford It?

What you'll actually pay after grants and aid — not the sticker price.

Cost & Financial Aid

How Much Does It Cost to Attend St. John Fisher University? Tuition, Net Price & Aid

Published tuition at St. John Fisher University is $41,190, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $28,945. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $16,054 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $23,250 in federal student loans.

In-State Tuition
$41,190
Out-of-State
$41,190
Avg Net Price
$28,945
Median Debt
$23,250
Pell Grant Rate
29%
Federal Loan Rate
68%

What Families Actually Pay

Family Income $0–$30K
$16,054
Family Income $30K–$48K
$17,953
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,992
Family Income $110K+
$34,085

What Happens After?

Earnings, debt, and where graduates actually land.

Students Like You

Tell us a little about yourself to see what students like you have typically experienced at St. John Fisher University — the net price for your income, your admission odds, and the outcomes that follow. These are patterns from federal data, not predictions.

Compare schools in the full simulator →Sources: College Scorecard, Common Data Set, Opportunity Insights · today's dollars (CPI-adjusted) · descriptive, not predictive

Graduate Outcomes

Is St. John Fisher University Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI

Ten years out, alumni of St. John Fisher University earn a median of $66,944, roughly in line with the national average for college graduates.

6 Years After Entry
$61,198
8 Years
$62,486
10 Years
$66,944
Debt-to-Earnings
0.35x
Earning > $25K
79%

Earnings Trajectory

$61,198 6yr $62,486 8yr $66,944 10yr

Graduation by Timeframe

100% (390)
65%
100% (390)
65%
100% (390)
65%
100% (390)
65%

How St. Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation74%Earnings 10yr$67KNet Price$29KRetention86%Median Debt$23KPell Grant Rate29%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$16K$0-30K$18K$30-48K$26K$48-75K$34K$110K+

College ROI Calculator

Is St. John Fisher University Worth It?

A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.

Yes — for most students, St. John Fisher University delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $28,945/year ($115,780 total). Graduates earn $66,944 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $1,480,691 in total earnings — a net gain of $1,364,911 (12.8× your investment). The median debt is $23,250, which takes less than a year to pay back at typical earnings. With a 74% graduation rate, the path to that return is well-tested. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.

Total Cost (4yr)
$115,780
Projected 20yr Earnings
$1,480,691
Net Return
$1,364,911
ROI Multiple
12.8×
Cost Per Year
$28,945
Median Debt
$23,250
Debt Payback
Less than 1 yr
Graduation Rate
74%
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Does It Change Lives?

Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?

Institutional Finances

Data: NCES IPEDS

Federal Grants
$9,548,385
Investment Income
$-6,203,315

Top Programs

The fields St. John Fisher University awards the most degrees in, by share of completions. Where federal field-of-study data exists, we show what graduates in that major earned early in their careers. Each links to its degree guide — or see what someone with your income, scores, and major would pay and earn here in the Students Like You simulator.

Early-career median earnings by major (typically 1–2 years after completion, bachelor's level where available), in today's dollars (CPI-adjusted). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard field of study. Distinct from the school-wide 10-year median; suppressed for small programs.

Top Careers

Where these majors tend to lead — common career paths for St. John Fisher University's most popular programs, ranked by median pay with our proprietary scorecard insights.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is It Hard to Get Into St. John Fisher University? Acceptance Rate & Requirements

As a private institution in Rochester, New York, St. John Fisher University offers a realistic path to admission, with roughly 66% of applicants receiving an offer. Admitted students typically arrive with an average SAT score near 1,214. The graduation rate is roughly 74%.

How Much Does It Cost to Attend St. John Fisher University? Tuition, Net Price & Aid

Published tuition at St. John Fisher University is $41,190, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $28,945. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $16,054 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $23,250 in federal student loans.

Is St. John Fisher University Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI

Ten years out, alumni of St. John Fisher University earn a median of $66,944, roughly in line with the national average for college graduates.

Does St. John Fisher University offer Early Decision, and does it improve admission chances?

Yes. St. John Fisher University offers a binding Early Decision plan, and it carries a real advantage: Early Decision applicants were admitted at 62%, about 0.9 times the overall 66% acceptance rate, and ED filled roughly 12% of the entering class. Because ED is binding, it makes sense only if St. John Fisher University is a clear first choice and you can commit before comparing aid offers (2025-26 Common Data Set).

Is St. John Fisher University really test-optional?

In practice, yes. Only about 24% of enrolled first-year students submitted an SAT or ACT score, so a strong application without test scores is genuinely competitive at St. John Fisher University (2025-26 Common Data Set).

What percentage of admitted students enroll at St. John Fisher University?

About 20% of admitted students choose to enroll at St. John Fisher University — its yield rate (2025-26 Common Data Set). Yield reflects how often a school wins when applicants weigh competing offers.

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