Affordability

Affordability

Find the financial assistance you need.

Value and affordability are at the core of our mission at St. Joseph’s University. There's never been a more affordable time to start your online degree. Chances are there is financial aid available to help you fulfill your course credit. 

Financial Aid FAQs

Is financial aid available?

Yes, financial aid is available for those who qualify:

  • Online undergraduate students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree may be eligible for Federal Student Aid programs (i.e. Pell Grants and Federal Direct Loans), assuming they meet all other eligibility criteria. Full-time New York state residents may also qualify for Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) funding and part-time New York state residents may qualify for Aid for Part-Time Study (APTS).
  • Online graduate students pursuing a Master’s degree or the Advanced Certificate in Applied Behavioral Analysis may be eligible for Federal Student Aid programs (i.e. Federal Direct Loans), assuming they meet all other eligibility criteria. Most graduate students only qualify for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford loans, or Graduate PLUS loans.
  • Online students pursuing either an undergraduate certificate or an advanced certificate other than Applied Behavioral Analysis are not eligible for financial aid.

Does St. Joseph's University offer any institutional scholarships or grants to online students?

The 2026 - 2027 tuition for online students is only $850 per credit for undergraduate programs and $940 per credit for graduate programs (additional fees may apply). Since this rate is significantly lower than the rate charged to land-based students, no other institutional discounts are available. However, undergraduate students may be eligible for federal and state grants.

How do I apply for financial aid?

  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at the federal student aid website, designating St. Joseph's University, Long Island campus as a recipient. The school code to use is E00505.
  • Undergraduate New York state residents who plan to enroll in 3 or more credits should complete the New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application online at hesc.ny.gov. The school code for TAP is 0758 (must complete the FAFSA in order to complete the TAP application).
  • Submit any other documentation requested by the Office of Financial Aid.

How will I find out what aid I am entitled to?

New students will receive a financial aid offer in the mail and continuing students will receive an email when their financial aid offer is available in the MySJNY student portal. Detailed instructions on accepting/declining any aid offered will be included.

What if I have questions about financial aid?

Please contact your Financial Aid counselor.

Students with last names beginning with:

A-F

Anna Tashie
631.687.4502
[email protected]

G-Q

James McAleavey
631.687.2617
[email protected]

R-Z

Erin Saposnick
631.687.2606
[email protected]

 

Main Office Contact Information:
Phone: 631.687.2600
Fax: 631.650.2525

Tuition and Fees

Tuition for online students is $850 per credit for undergraduate programs and $940 per credit for graduate programs for the 2025-2026 academic year. (Additional fees may apply.)

Military Discount

$250 per credit for all service members (Active, Guard and Reserve) who are enrolled in any undergraduate degree or certificate program up to 10 credits per semester.

  • Service members utilizing Federal or state Military Tuition Assistance (MTA) or who pay privately are eligible for the discount.
  • The military discount also applies to spouses and dependents of those on federal active duty, including those in AGR status.

Questions?

You can access up-to-date information about federal financial aid programs at the U.S. Department of Education's Web site, studentaid.gov, or by calling 1.800.4.FEDAID. You'll see that much of what is available to non-traditional students is similar, if not identical, to the resources available to traditional students.