University of Saint Joseph: what international applicants need

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

University of Saint Joseph has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on October 15, 2026, Early Action on December 15, 2026, and Regular Decision on July 26, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Saint Joseph's acceptance rate?

78.6% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Saint Joseph admitted 1,611 of its 2,050 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 University of Saint Joseph require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. University of Saint Joseph is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (October 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is September 12, 2026: scores on September 25, 2026, registration by August 28, 2026 (late registration September 1, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 26, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for University of Saint Joseph?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 410–560 in Math and 440–610 in Reading and Writing (13% of them sent SAT scores).

• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

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

University of Saint Joseph charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does University of Saint Joseph accept?

University of Saint Joseph doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

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

How many recommendation letters does University of Saint Joseph require?

University of Saint Joseph requires 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 University of Saint Joseph require the Common App personal essay?

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

How many international students does University of Saint Joseph have?

13 of University of Saint Joseph's 993 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.3%.

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

How much does University of Saint Joseph cost for international students?

University of Saint Joseph's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $47,278, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,426. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $64,530 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

Does University of Saint Joseph give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, University of Saint Joseph gave institutional scholarships or grants to 12 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source