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School Overview

The mission of Saint Joseph's Prep as a Catholic, Jesuit, urban, college preparatory school is to develop the minds, hearts, souls, and characters of young men in their pursuit of becoming men for and with others.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$16600
Enrollment
976
International Students
3%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
91%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
AP
18
Class Size
25

Matriculation

(2017)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#2 Harvard College 1 +
#3 Yale University 1 +
#9 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
LAC #2 Amherst College 1 +
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#20 University of California: Berkeley 1 +
#21 Georgetown University 1 +
#23 Carnegie Mellon University 1 +
#23 University of Southern California 1 +
#26 University of Virginia 1 +
#27 Tufts University 1 +
#27 Wake Forest University 1 +
#29 University of Michigan 1 +
#30 Boston College 1 +
#39 University of California: San Diego 1 +
#41 Boston University 1 +
#41 Tulane University 1 +
#41 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 +
LAC #9 United States Naval Academy 1 +
#47 Lehigh University 1 +
#47 Northeastern University 1 +
#47 Penn State University Park 1 +
#51 University of Miami 1 +
#52 University of Washington 1 +
#61 Syracuse University 1 +
#61 University of Georgia 1 +
#66 Fordham University 1 +
#66 University of Pittsburgh 1 +
#70 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 +
#72 American University 1 +
#75 University of Delaware 1 +
#82 University of California: Santa Cruz 1 +
#86 Marquette University 1 +
#89 University of Colorado Boulder 1 +
#89 University of San Diego 1 +
#96 University of Alabama 1 +
#99 Drexel University 1 +
#99 Loyola University Chicago 1 +
LAC #25 Bates College 1 +
LAC #37 Lafayette College 1 +
LAC #47 Gettysburg College 1 +
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2017 Total
All schools 37
#1 Princeton University 1 + 1
#2 Harvard College 1 + 1
#3 Yale University 1 + 1
#9 University of Pennsylvania 1 + 1
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 + 1
#20 University of California: Berkeley 1 + 1
#21 Georgetown University 1 + 1
#23 Carnegie Mellon University 1 + 1
#23 University of Southern California 1 + 1
#26 University of Virginia 1 + 1
#27 Wake Forest University 1 + 1
#27 Tufts University 1 + 1
#29 University of Michigan 1 + 1
#30 Boston College 1 + 1
#39 University of California: San Diego 1 + 1
#41 Boston University 1 + 1
#41 Tulane University 1 + 1
#41 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 + 1
#47 Penn State University Park 1 + 1
#47 Lehigh University 1 + 1
#47 Northeastern University 1 + 1
#51 University of Miami 1 + 1
#52 University of Washington 1 + 1
#61 Syracuse University 1 + 1
#61 University of Georgia 1 + 1
#66 University of Pittsburgh 1 + 1
#66 Fordham University 1 + 1
#70 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 + 1
#72 American University 1 + 1
#75 University of Delaware 1 + 1
#82 University of California: Santa Cruz 1 + 1
#86 Marquette University 1 + 1
#89 University of Colorado Boulder 1 + 1
#89 University of San Diego 1 + 1
#96 University of Alabama 1 + 1
#99 Loyola University Chicago 1 + 1
#99 Drexel University 1 + 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2017 Total
All schools 5
#2 Amherst College 1 + 1
#9 United States Naval Academy 1 + 1
#25 Bates College 1 + 1
#37 Lafayette College 1 + 1
#47 Gettysburg College 1 + 1

Academics

AP

(18)
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
European History
Human Geography
Latin
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
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Sports

(18)
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Crew
Cross Country
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Crew
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(55)
Student council
Classic club
Creative writing
Forensics
History club
Mathletes
Student council
Classic club
Creative writing
Forensics
History club
Mathletes
Mock trial
Model UN
Philosophy discussion group
Poetry
Science olympiad club
Black and Latino culture club
French club
German club
Irish culture club
Italian club
Polish heritage club
Spanish club
Cape and sword drama society
Improv club
Film discussion club
Jazz band
Music program
Pep band
Photography club
Stand up comedy
Treblemakers
Hurtado food pantry
Empty bowls
Travis manion foundation leadership program
Anime club
Breaking barriers
Chess club
Computer science club
Fishing club
Harry potter club, Quidditch team
James Bond club
PrepMed
Robotics club
Stock market club
Strategy gaming club
Video game design club
Intramural basketball
Intramural ping pong
Paintball club
Ski and snowboard club
Ice hockey
Rugby
Squash
Ultimate frisbee
Chronicle literary magazine
Crimson film making club
Hawkeye newspaper
WSJP student broadcasting club
Yearbook
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Basic Info

Day S. Grades: Grades 9-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1851
Religious Affiliation: school.Roman Catholic

Application Info

Interview: Skype
Pre Interview: No Requirement
Recommended
4.7
Recommended
Boarding
Westtown School United States Flag
4.7

Frequently Ask Questions about St. Joseph's Preparatory School

Tell me a bit about St. Joseph's Preparatory School.
St. Joseph's Preparatory School is All-boys private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1851 , and currently has about 976 students, 3.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.sjprep.org.
Does St. Joseph's Preparatory School have rigorous academic requirements?
St. Joseph's Preparatory School is offering 18 AP courses.

St. Joseph's Preparatory School also have 91% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do St. Joseph's Preparatory School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2017, some students attended Princeton University, Harvard College, Yale University, University of Pennsylvania and Amherst College.
What is the application requirement for St. Joseph's Preparatory School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, St. Joseph's Preparatory School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for St. Joseph's Preparatory School’s All-boys student?
The total fee for St. Joseph's Preparatory School in 2024 is $16,600 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at mwatson@sjprep.org .
Where is St. Joseph's Preparatory School located?
St. Joseph's Preparatory School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 1 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is St. Joseph's Preparatory School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, St. Joseph's Preparatory School is within top 800 for all schools on FindingSchool.

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How to start with an application with St. Joseph's Preparatory School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about St. Joseph's Preparatory School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit St. Joseph's Preparatory School’s official site: http://www.sjprep.org or call them at 215-978-1958.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to St. Joseph's Preparatory School?
Yes, here are few: Girard College, Philadelphia Academic School and John W Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School.

The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
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Nearby City

Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Population (2022) 1,447,395
Cost of Living Higher than average 7%
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