C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
85/100 · earnings-weighted

St. Joseph's College of Nursing

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Syracuse, New York 13203
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 100%
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
F
29/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
C+
55/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

283
Total Enrollment
100%
Graduation Rate
0%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
45%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at St. Joseph's College of Nursing, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$81,908
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$73,283
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
36%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 15% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 99th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at St. Joseph's College of Nursing

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$72,048$86,615+7%#261 of 962#497$12,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The St. Joseph's College of Nursing Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $192,813
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,486/mo — vs ~$667/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 13205 (8.1% cap, Syracuse)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $21,816 $21,816
Room $6,000
Board $600
Total Cost (On-Campus) $33,721 $33,721

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
100%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 129 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from St. Joseph's College of Nursing's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

283
Total Students
87%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 74%
Hispanic 2%
Black 11%
Asian 6%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at St. Joseph's College of Nursing?
St. Joseph's College of Nursing has an acceptance rate of 45%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend St. Joseph's College of Nursing?
Tuition at St. Joseph's College of Nursing is $21,816 for in-state students and $21,816 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at St. Joseph's College of Nursing?
The graduation rate at St. Joseph's College of Nursing is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is St. Joseph's College of Nursing a good school?
St. Joseph's College of Nursing has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend St. Joseph's College of Nursing?
St. Joseph's College of Nursing has a total enrollment of 283 students.

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