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Private 4 Year

St John's College

Annapolis, Maryland

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Overview

Enrollment

541
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Location Annapolis, Maryland
Online sjca.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
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Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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St. John's College, located in Annapolis, Maryland, is notable for its distinctive liberal arts curriculum inspired by the Great Books program and its emphatic focus on philosophy and the history of math and science. Founded in 1696, the college is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States. St. John's occupies a historic campus with colonial architecture, and Annapolis serves as a scenic backdrop, providing a maritime atmosphere distinct to the Chesapeake Bay area. Situated less than 30 miles from Washington, D.C., the college offers a serene learning environment near the hustle and bustle of the nation's capital. St. John's is recognized for its unique academic structure, which eschews typical lecture formats in favor of Socratic seminars, tutorials, and laboratory sessions. Admission to St. John?s is moderately selective with an emphasis on a prospective student?s intellectual curiosity and fit with the college?s academic approach. On-campus living is an integral part of the St. John?s experience, with most students residing in dormitory facilities throughout their tenure. While not known for a prominent athletic program, the college provides various intramural sports opportunities for student participation.

In the most recent statistical year 982 prospective students applied, and 490 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 130 enrolled in the school.  506 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 35 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $36,040 plus fees of $1,220.

Ratings

7/10

Overall

10/10

Academics

9/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

7/10

Value

St John's is rated within the top 32% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

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Admission Standards

Elite
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SAT 1250/1460
ACT 30/33
GPA 3.81

Applications Accepted

49.9% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Average
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$36,040
Costs for St John's College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$680
Other Fees$1,220
Room and Board $14,270
Budget for Other Expenses$750
Total One Year Cost$52,960

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$41,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

69% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by St John's College students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 100%

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Last updated February 24, 2024