As a Jesuit institution, Saint Joseph’s University is dedicated to producing graduates who will use their skills to improve the common good by promoting tolerance, compassion, and social justice. Much of that promise rests on our strong liberal arts foundation and high academic standards.
The Jesuit tradition of cura personalis — care for the entire person — is reflected not only in our academic experience and learning environment, but in education programs that are designed to be affordable so that individuals from all walks of life can take advantage of them.
Financial Assistance
Saint Joseph’s University is committed to providing information and resources to assist you in meeting the costs of your education. The options listed here include need and non-need-based loans and other tuition financing options. Students are encouraged to review the options below to determine which are best suited for their specific needs.
- File the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). (Graduate students must reapply each year that they need financial aid).
- Each student must accept desired aid online via The Nest.
- First -time borrowers must complete an entrance interview and master promissory note at https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/index.action.
Tuition Rates
Tuition rates and totals vary by program and concentration options. You may also be able to transfer credits to reduce the total cost of tuition, or take advantage of scholarships and grants. For specific questions about tuition costs, call (610) 660-3400 to speak with an admissions representative.
Bachelor’s Programs
BLS in General Studies
Total Degree Credits: 120 credit hours (up to 75 credit hours transferred from your previous college/university)
Time to Complete: Approx. 2-3 years (depending on number of transferred credits)
2019-2020 Tuition: $584 per credit hour
Master’s Programs
MS in Business Intelligence & Analytics
Total Degree Credits: 30 credit hours
Time to Complete: 2 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $1,075 per credit hour
MS in Criminal Justice
Total Degree Credits: 30 credit hours
Time to Complete: 1.5 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $887 per credit hour
MS in Education - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification
Total Degree Credits: 36 credit hours
Time to Complete: 3 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
MS in Education - Secondary Education
Total Degree Credits: 36 credit hours
Time to Complete: 2 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
MS in Education - Special Education
Total Degree Credits: 36 credit hours
Time to Complete: 3 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
*NOTE: Students taking Wilson Reading System® courses will also pay an additional $325 per course in Wilson educational fees.
MS in Health Administration
Total Degree Credits: 36 – 42 credit hours depending on concentration
Time to Complete: 2 – 3 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $887 per credit hour
MS in Organization Development & Leadership
Total Degree Credits: 36 credit hours
Time to Complete: 2 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $887 per credit hour
MS in Strategic Human Resource Management
Total Degree Credits: 33 credit hours
Time to Complete: 2 years
2019-2020 Tuition: $1,075 per credit hour
Certificates
Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement
Total Degree Credits: 12 credit hours
Time to Complete: 2 semesters
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
Certificate in Criminal Justice - Behavior Analysis (Post-master's)
Total Degree Credits: 18 credit hours
Time to Complete: 5 semesters
2019-2020 Tuition: $887 per credit hour
Online Accelerated Teaching Certification
Total Degree Credits: 30 credit hours
Time to Complete: 5 semesters
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
Pennsylvania PK-12 Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Certification
Total Degree Credits: 30 credit hours
Time to Complete: 5 semesters
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
Special Education Certification
Total Degree Credits: 27 credit hours
Time to Complete: 5 semesters
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
Wilson Reading System® Certification
Total Degree Credits: 10 credit hours
Time to Complete: 1 year
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
*NOTE: Students taking Wilson Reading System® courses will also pay an additional $325 per course in Wilson educational fees.
Social, Emotional and Behavioral Wellness of PK-12 Students Endorsement
Total Degree Credits: 12 credit hours
Time to Complete: 1 year
2019-2020 Tuition: $780 per credit hour
For more information about the tuition rates at Saint Joseph’s University, call (610) 660-3400 to speak with a Program Manager or request more information below.