At a Glance
Saint Peter's University is a small private nonprofit university in Jersey City, NJ. Approximately 2,135 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 90% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 9 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 24 miles of campus. The school competes in NCAA Division I athletics. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 71/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Campus Identity
Saint Peter's University is a small private nonprofit university in Jersey City, NJ. Approximately 2,135 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 90% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 9 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 24 miles of campus. The school competes in NCAA Division I athletics. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 71/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Saint Peter's University is a 1,000–4,999, urban school with NCAA D1 athletics. The campus is 9 miles from South Beach, NY and 24 miles from Campgaw Mountain.
Athletics
NCAA D1
Metro
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
9 miles
South Beach, NY
Weather
Warm Climate
48°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Saint Peter's University students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Campgaw Mountain, 24 miles away with 5 lifts and 23 skiable acres. All are within 37 miles of campus.
New Jersey
New Jersey
New York
Beach Town
Students at Saint Peter's University are 9 miles from South Beach, NY, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
South Beach, NY
Ocean access within 9.2 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Jersey City, NJ
Jersey City has a cool climate, with winters averaging 32°F in Jan and summers peaking around 78°F in Jul.
Station: HARRISON · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Saint Peter's University in NJ earns a composite safety score of 71/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $42,552 |
| Fees | $1,100 |
| Room & Board | $17,794 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $61,446 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
93 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Saint Peter's University located?
Saint Peter's University is located in Jersey City, NJ. The main campus address is 2641 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Saint Peter's University?
Saint Peter's University has an acceptance rate of 90%, making it accessible. Out of 5,217 applicants, 4,711 were admitted in the most recent year. 2,135 enrolled.
How many students attend Saint Peter's University?
Saint Peter's University enrolls 2,135 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What ACT score do you need for Saint Peter's University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Saint Peter's University scored between ? and ? on the ACT, with a median of 23. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Saint Peter's University?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Saint Peter's University charges $42,552/year in tuition. Including room and board ($17,794/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $38,760/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,199/year — what students actually pay. Use Saint Peter's University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Saint Peter's University a Division I (D1) school?
Yes. Saint Peter's University is an NCAA Division I school, part of the Metro. Division I is the top tier of NCAA athletics, home to the largest programs, athletic scholarships, and nationally televised games.
Is Saint Peter's University the right fit for me?
Whether Saint Peter's University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (90% admit rate), avg net price ($12,199/year after aid), campus culture in Jersey City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Saint Peter's University against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Saint Peter's University directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Jersey City, NJ
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
- NCAA
- NCAA D1
- Conference
- Metro
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 48°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 71/100
- Nearest Airport
- Newark, NJ (EWR) · 6 mialso TEB (9 mi), LGA (11 mi)