Saint Peter's University Admissions

Saint Peter's University has an open admission policy with an 88.83% acceptance rate. Nearly nine out of ten applicants get in, making this one of the more accessible Catholic universities in the region. The high acceptance rate reflects the school's mission to serve first-generation college students and working-class families in the New York metropolitan area. Over half of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the university's commitment to economic diversity. Saint Peter's seeks students who value small class sizes with an 11:1 student-faculty ratio and want to be part of a tight-knit community. The school particularly appeals to students interested in business programs and those who want Division I athletics at a smaller institution.