University of Saint Joseph Admission
Application Fee
$50
Graduate Application Fee
$50
Acceptance Rate
79.98%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
12.03%
Freshmen Enrollment
189
SAT Scores
1,100
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 1,654 students have applied and 1,238 students have allowed to admit to University of Saint Joseph (Acceptance rate: 74.85%). USJ's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 15.27 % where 189 students have finally enrolled out of 1,238 admitted students.
USJ acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Connecticut. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Central Connecticut State University and University of New Haven, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 79.33%).
USJ enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Connecticut. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 17.67%).
How to Apply to University of Saint Joseph
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply USJ. USJ offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://www.usj.edu/admissions/ |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://usj.edu/apply |
| Financial Aid | https://www.usj.edu/admissions/tuition-financial-aid/ |
| Net Price Calculator | https://www.usj.edu/admissions/tuition-financial-aid/net-price-calculator/ |
| Veterans Tuition | https://www.usj.edu/academics/registrar/military-veteran-benefits/ |
| Disability Service | https://www.usj.edu/student-life/accessibility-services/ |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at USJ and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at University of Saint Joseph is 1,100. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of University of Saint Joseph is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,140). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| University of Saint Joseph | 1,100 | 0 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,140 | 23 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges | 1,132 | 69 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Connecticut | 1,184 | 76 |
SAT Score by Subject
At University of Saint Joseph, 39 students submitted SAT scores (21% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,100 and it is around average than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Connecticut. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 530 | 590 | 645 |
| Mathematics | 540 | 580 | 630 |
| Total | 1,070 | 1,170 | 1,275 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
USJ Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to University of Saint Joseph. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Recommendations, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
5 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Completion of college-preparatory program, Admission test scores, Personal statement or essay, and Legacy status.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |