Life at St. John's
Elevate Your World
New York is just one of the remarkable places the St. John’s community calls home.
Make Memories
With a lively Residence Village, a dozen places to eat, BIG EAST sports, multiple study abroad locations, and scores of clubs and organizations—the opportunity for you to make lasting memories at St. John’s is virtually limitless.
Career Development
University Career Services provides programs and services that create opportunities for students, alumni, faculty and employers to engage in mutually beneficial partnerships that meet the needs of an evolving and global workforce.
Health and Wellness
At St. John’s, we know that being healthy and being successful go hand in hand. We have the resources and information you need to develop the healthy habits that will serve you well in college and as a member of our alumni family.
Student Success
At St. John’s, the success of our students is our number one priority. That’s why we provide them with the tools they need to thrive in the classroom, on campus, and in the community. Our students are diverse, intelligent, curious, ambitious, and above all—impressive. When they graduate, they have a strong foundation for success at home, the workplace, and around the globe.
Clubs and Organizations
St. John’s is a place where discovery doesn’t stop when class ends. With more than 180 clubs and organizations, intramural sports, and an active Greek scene, you can always find something to do on campus.
Dining Services
St. John’s offers 12 dining locations on the Queens campus. So, whether you’re finicky or a foodie, you are never far from a wide range of nutritious and delicious choices for every palette.
Welcome Home
Living on campus is both exciting and liberating because you share the experience with new roommates and neighbors. Once you immerse yourself in our tight-knit campus community, you find that your residence hall feels less like a dorm, and more like a home.
From the Blog
How Work-Study Can Launch Your Career: A Student’s Perspective
Have you ever wondered how to gain valuable work experience, earn money, and build connections—all while keeping up with your studies? Work-study programs provide the ideal way to balance these priorities and make the most of your college experience.
My name is Madison Coombs, and I’m a senior at St. John’s University. Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of participating in the University’s work-study program, and it’s been a journey full of growth, challenges, and lessons. In this blog, I share my work-study story—highlighting how it has shaped me as a student and an aspiring public relations (PR) professional.
Top 10 Places to Study on and near St. John’s Queens, NY, Campus
Discover the best places to study at or near the St. John’s University, Queens, NY, location. From quiet corners in St. Augustine Hall to cozy neighborhood cafés, find your perfect place to stay focused, both on and off campus.
Stand Out to Employers: 7 College Leadership Positions to Improve Your Résumé
When considering your future career, it’s common to feel overwhelmed by the competitiveness of the job market. Employers want real-world experience, leadership, and problem-solving skills. But how do you acquire those skills while still in college?
A great place to begin is by taking on leadership roles on campus. At St. John’s University, you discover countless opportunities to assume leadership responsibilities, enhance your college experience, improve your résumé, and make it stand out when applying for jobs or internships.
News
New University CFO Knows Business of Catholic Education
For Donna McMonagle, who joined St. John’s University as the new Vice President for Business Affairs, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and Treasurer, effective January 13, a career overseeing the finances of a Catholic institution seemed to be her destiny, even from an early age.
AI Tutor Team Presents at MSCHE Conference
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tutor student team from The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies showcased their groundbreaking project, “AI Tutor: Advancing Education through Generative AI...
Law School’s Public Interest Center Welcomes its First Student Fellows
For 10 years, animating St. John’s Vincentian mission of serving the greater good, the Law School’s Public Interest Center has offered students a range of opportunities to explore and engage...