Saint Peter's University
Founded 1872
President Eugene Cornacchia (President)
Fees USD 36,300
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Urban
Saint Peter’s University is a private Jesuit Catholic university founded in 1872 in Jersey City, New Jersey. A designated Hispanic-Serving Institution enrolling 3,000 students directly across the Hudson from Manhattan, Saint Peter’s is known for business, nursing, education, and pre-health sciences programs serving Jersey City’s diverse communities.
Schools
- Guarini School of Business — AACSB-accredited; Wall Street proximity advantage
- School of Nursing and Health Sciences — Nursing for Hudson County healthcare
- School of Education — Teacher preparation for urban Jersey City schools
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~84% | Tuition: ~$36,300