Private Nonprofit Institution Jersey City, NJ
Saint Peter's University
Four-year college
Saint Peter's University is a open-access private nonprofit smaller four-year college in Jersey City, NJ, focused on bachelor’s-level study, a Hispanic-serving institution with an urban campus setting, with about 2,135 undergraduates, an acceptance rate of about 90.3%, listed tuition around $42,552 and typical net price of $12,199 after grants, first-year retention of 71.8%, about 58.3% of students graduating within six years, and median earnings of $42,470 six years after enrollment.
Grade for Saint Peter's University
Letter grades from Best Universities methodology. Overall grade blends the categories below for schools in that ranking cohort.
Overall grade
C+
Best Universities compares this school with national benchmarks for similar institutions.
$12,199Average net price
58.3%Graduation rate
$42,470Median earnings, 6 years after entry
52.0%Pell Grant recipient share
Key facts for Saint Peter's University
Key rankings for Saint Peter's University
Where Saint Peter's University ranks among four-year colleges nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#295 of 1,811
Net Price
#1,088 of 1,816
Earnings
#1,161 of 1,808
Retention
#767 of 1,850
Graduation
#483 of 1,767
Debt
What stands out at Saint Peter's University
Saint Peter's University in Jersey City, NJ is a four-year college where bachelor’s-level study is the main focus.
- Large city
- 2,135 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid runs below the national median for similar schools, but six-year earnings also trail that median. Families should weigh aid, majors, and local job markets together.
Graduation lines up with or beats the national median for similar schools even though first-year retention trails the national average—worth asking how the college supports students all the way through a degree.
Admission is relatively open compared with similar schools while Pell Grant use runs high—together that suggests a broadly accessible undergraduate population in these figures.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Saint Peter's University
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
In-state tuition is above the national median of $19,284 for similar four-year colleges, while out-of-state tuition is above the national median of $26,816.
How Saint Peter's University compares
Figures are for four-year colleges. State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Mid East (region 2).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (NJ) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $12,199Below national median | $18,745 | $21,346 | $19,923 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $42,470Below national median | $48,084 | $49,117 | $45,225 |
| Retention | 71.8%Below national median | 79.9% | 79.4% | 74.9% |
| Graduation | 58.3%Above national median | 54.8% | 58.4% | 54.4% |
| Acceptance rate | 90.3%Above national median | 78.1% | 76.7% | 77.0% |
| Pell share | 52.0%Above national median | 39.9% | 33.4% | 33.9% |
| Median debt | $20,500Below national median | $22,542 | $24,872 | $23,250 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Saint Peter's University
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Saint Peter's University
Common questions about Saint Peter's University, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Saint Peter's University located?
Saint Peter's University is located in Jersey City, NJ. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Saint Peter's University?
Saint Peter's University is a private nonprofit four-year college. Best Universities compares it with similar four-year institutions for ranking and benchmark purposes.
How much does it cost to attend Saint Peter's University (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $42,552 for in-state students and $42,552 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $12,199. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Saint Peter's University's acceptance rate?
The overall undergraduate acceptance rate is about 90.3% for the year shown. Selectivity can vary by program or campus; check admissions for the path you care about.
How large is Saint Peter's University's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,135. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Saint Peter's University?
Median earnings six years after entry at Saint Peter's University are roughly $42,470. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 58.3% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Saint Peter's University?
Among similar schools nationwide, Saint Peter's University stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#295 of 1,811); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#1,088 of 1,816); First-year retention (#1,161 of 1,808); Graduation rate (#767 of 1,850); Median loan debt (#483 of 1,767). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Saint Peter's University?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Saint Peter's University’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Saint Peter's University |
| Official website | www.saintpeters.edu/ |
| City, state | Jersey City, NJ |
| School type | Four-year college |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 2,135 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $42,552 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $42,552 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $42,552 |
| Total cost of attendance | $50,272 |
| Room and board (on campus) | $17,794 |
| Average net price | $12,199 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $42,470 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $51,554 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $57,815 |
| Median loan debt | $20,500 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 71.8% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | 58.3% |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | Not reported |
| Acceptance rate | 90.3% |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | 23 |
| Pell Grant share | 52.0% |
| Share with federal loans | 28.6% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 3.6% |
| Campus setting | Large city |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $9,476 |
| Full-time faculty share | 30.8% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | 525 |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | 535 |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 58.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 41.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 17.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 42.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 15.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 7.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 0.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 6.1% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | Not reported |
Sources for Saint Peter's University
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.