by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SJU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SJU measures up.
SJU is ranked #2,504 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Minnesota, it ranks #60 of 69 for value.
These SJU majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Economics | #227 of 304 |
| General Economics | #227 of 304 |
| Speech Communication | #322 of 396 |
| Computer Science | #356 of 465 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #356 of 465 |
| Political Science | #451 of 592 |
| Political Science & Government | #459 of 600 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #459 of 600 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #489 of 620 |
| Accounting / Finance | #552 of 693 |
Below is the detailed SJU value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Saint Johns University is ranked #7 out of #72 in Minnesota for quality and #60 out of #69 for Minnesota value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the SJU financial aid page to be sure.
Saint Johns University is ranked #2,504 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Saint Johns University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SJU costs about $25,672. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $102,688 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $68,539 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $25,672 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,672 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $102,688 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SJU net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SJU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $274,156 | — | — |
| All Students | $102,688 | #2,504 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $102,688 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $274,156 | — | — |
| All Students | $102,688 | #60 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $102,688 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SJU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,907 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,050 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,390 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,575 |
| Over $110K | $34,579 |
About 100% of SJU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $37,258 per year. Get more details on the SJU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the SJU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.