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Academics

Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 19:1
Full-Time Student Population 14,822
Part-Time Student Population 5,528
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 668
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 771
Total FT Faculty 668
Faculty with Terminal Degree 89%
Average Faculty Salary $106,813
Full-Time Retention Rate 78%
Part-Time Retention Rate 0%
Graduation Rate 57%
Programs/Majors Offered 96
Average Course Load 5 courses
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? Yes
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 students: 30%
  • 20 to 49 students: 63%
  • 50 or more students: 7%

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St. John’s University’s mission is to implant a rewarding education into individuals wishing to succeed in all aspects of their lives. Many areas of study, which include more than 100 majors, are designed to prepare students for the future, while focusing on a highly dynamic, increasingly global society. There are several options, such as combined degree programs, that make it easier to graduate earlier.

Many of the teachers are very helpful and genuinely want the students to learn the material. Then, there are the teachers that make the courses and tests extremely hard, without giving the students adequate assistance to comprehend the lessons. There are also teachers that don’t teach or even show up for classes but give out easy A's; in the end, the students are not learning. Students should ask everyone they know about professors prior to enrolling in their classes. It may help to eliminate some of the not-so-good teachers. Sometimes, it’s better to have a strict teacher who will take the required steps for students to learn the curriculum than an easy teacher who just wants students to coast through his or her class. Even if you are falling behind on the work, the good thing about St. John’s is the abundance of coursework assistance, such as tutoring or time management workshops, that help students adjust to college.

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Academics at St. John's University

11brownisrael

Health Services Administration '15

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Only One Class

I have been unable to start taking classes in my major because I just declared it and the intro class was filled.

Jan 17, 2012

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Academics at St. John's University

rebeccamonaco

Homeland Security '15

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St. John's Acedemics

As a student in the fairly new Homeland Security program, I know that upon graduation i won't just be walking away with a paper certificate, but with vast amounts of knowledge and skills relevant specific to my career and the workforce in general. The professors are great, they really are experts on their subject and they truly know how to teach it in a way that it is exciting and understandable. Most classes are lecture classes, however, with the small classroom setting there is a lot of opportunity for open discussion. Outside the classroom, the professors are easily accessible through email as well as open office hours. As a freshman, college life can be hard to adjust to, but the professors are always more than willing to help make the process easier and more enjoyable

Jan 15, 2012

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psychiccat

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences '17

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Great Program

I am a Pharmacy major, and as expected, classes are difficult. There are particular classes specific to this major, along with core classes that are taken by science majors in general. However, despite the difficulty, the work is manageable. Being a pharmacy major requires a greater attention to seeking jobs, clubs, and organizations that can help us gain a better understanding of where we will be in the future. My instructors for my Pharmacy classes are excellent and they do a great job informing me of topics that I need to know. They encourage looking for jobs or volunteering outside of school to enhance my learning experience. My school's pharmacy program is amazing.

Jan 15, 2012

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User rating for St. John's University - Academics is 3.5 out of 5 based on 46 user reviews.

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: Yes
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: Yes
Adult Basic Remedial: Yes
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: Yes
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 4 or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Pharmacy
  • College of Professional Studies
  • The Peter J. Tobin College of Business
  • The School of Education
  • St. John's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Degrees Awarded
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Accounting: 3%
  • Business Administration and Management: 3%
  • Law: 3%
  • Pharmacy Studies: 3%
Graduation Requirements
  • Arts/fine arts
  • Discover New York
  • English (including composition)
  • Foreign languages
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Philosophy
  • Sciences (biological or physical)
  • Social science
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
  • Weekend/evening college
Other Academic Offerings
  • Accelerated program
  • Cross-registration
  • Double major
  • Dual enrollment
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships
  • Liberal arts/career combination
  • Weekend college
Best Places to Study
  • The 24-hour library (which is only 24-hours during midterm and finals weeks)
  • D'Angelo Center classrooms
  • Lounges
  • Your dorm room

Online Courses

In addition to the associate degrees it offers, St. John's has online programs for a bachelor of arts degree in liberal studies and bachelor of science degrees in administrative studies and criminal justice.

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