UNIVERSITY OF SAINT JOSEPH CATALOG

This online catalog can help you quickly locate and save details about undergraduate and graduate programs. Whether you are a prospective student or already enrolled, you can easily see what the University of Saint Joseph has to offer.

The University of Saint Joseph publishes its academic catalog once a year in the summer. Information in the catalog is accurate as of the publication date. Updates approved after the publication will be included in the next edition of the catalog.

President’s Welcome

At the University of Saint Joseph students are “educated to do well, empowered to do good.” Whether you are beginning your first undergraduate semester or continuing your education in a master’s or doctoral program, this catalog is a guide to your academic path at USJ. The programs offered in our three Schools are designed to prepare you for immediate career entry or equip you with the foundation necessary for further study. Beyond that, your time at the University of Saint Joseph will prepare you to address the needs of the communities you call home with compassion and respect.

The catalog is your most reliable source for information about degree requirements, course descriptions, and University polices, but advisors, department chairs, academic program directors, and staff in the Registrar’s Office are available to help you plan your path to graduation. Don’t hesitate to ask for suggestions, advice, or clarification.

Best wishes for a successful academic year.

President Free

Our Mission

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

Published 8/1/2025