Saint Peter's University: what international applicants need

What are Saint Peter's University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Saint Peter's University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Saint Peter's University's acceptance rate?

90.3% for students who started in fall 2024: Saint Peter's University admitted 4,711 of its 5,217 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Saint Peter's University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Saint Peter's University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Saint Peter's University's application fee for international students?

Saint Peter's University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Saint Peter's University accept?

Saint Peter's University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Saint Peter's University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Saint Peter's University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Saint Peter's University require?

Saint Peter's University requires one teacher recommendation and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Saint Peter's University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Saint Peter's University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Saint Peter's University have?

131 of Saint Peter's University's 2,263 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5.8%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Saint Peter's University cost for international students?

Saint Peter's University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $42,552, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,794. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $62,702 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source