C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Saint Peter's University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
F
32/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

3,673
Total Enrollment
63%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
91%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Saint Peter's University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $545,576
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,855/mo — vs ~$1,240/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10280 (5.0% cap, New York)

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🏆 Where Saint Peter's University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#19
Computational Science
of 23 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $39,954 $39,954
Room $11,160
Board $6,434
Total Cost (On-Campus) $60,944 $60,944

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
66%
Receive Pell Grants
39%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Analytics 206 grads/yr Data Science, General 154 grads/yr Computational Science 111 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 87 grads/yr Information Technology 78 grads/yr Psychology, General 68 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 42 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 39 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 36 grads/yr Accounting 36 grads/yr Management Science 34 grads/yr Finance, General 31 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 29 grads/yr Higher Education/Higher Education Administration 29 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 23 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 22 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, Other 20 grads/yr Industrial and Organizational Psychology 18 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 17 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Saint Peter's University's top programs commonly pursue.

Data scientists
$113k/yr 245,900 jobs
Statisticians
$103k/yr 32,200 jobs
Management analysts
$101k/yr 1,075,100 jobs
Market research analysts and marketing specialists
$77k/yr 941,700 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,673
Total Students
52%
Women
84%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%
Hispanic 27%
Black 13%
Asian 6%
Non-Resident 32%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 30%
Hybrid (Some Online) 49%
Fully Online 21%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 84%
25-64 (Adult) 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Saint Peter's University?
Saint Peter's University has an acceptance rate of 91%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Saint Peter's University?
Tuition at Saint Peter's University is $39,954 for in-state students and $39,954 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Saint Peter's University?
The graduation rate at Saint Peter's University is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Saint Peter's University a good school?
Saint Peter's University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Saint Peter's University?
Saint Peter's University has a total enrollment of 3,673 students. Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology