Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster is a private nonprofit 2-year college in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with 1,280 undergraduates. It admits 41% of applicants, costs an average of $29,148 a year after grants and graduates 59% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster acceptance rate and admissions
Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster admitted 41% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $22,758 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $35,543 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $29,148 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $29,148 a year after grants and scholarships, $6,395 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 59% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $85,980 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 21% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster majors and what graduates earn
Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster awarded bachelor's degrees in 5 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($86,383).
All 5 majors at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 127 | $87,471 | $86,383 | $23,000 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 14 | $47,922 | $85,690 | $23,250 |
| Biology | 1 | $39,693 | $82,769 | $26,816 |
| Health administration | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 28 | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | Master's | 17 | $72,884 | $52,632 |
| Health administration | Master's | 8 | $79,656 | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 70 | $62,672 | $71,592 | $13,000 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 32 | $79,888 | $87,103 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 6 | n/a | $75,123 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,280 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 87% women, 13% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster?
Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster admitted 41% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $22,758. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $29,148 a year in 2024-25.
Is Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster?
59% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $85,980 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.