About St. John Fisher University

As an independent institution in the Catholic tradition of American higher education, Fisher emphasizes the liberal arts, offering programs in traditional academic disciplines as well as more directly career-oriented fields.

The University is composed of five schools: the School of Arts and Sciences; the School of Business; the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education; the Wegmans School of Nursing; and the Wegmans School of Pharmacy. Each School is accredited by regional, national, and/or international accrediting bodies. Learn more about accreditation.

Fisher offers undergraduate majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing, as well as several pre-professional programs. The University also offers a variety of master's and doctoral programs; and several fully online programs.

The Value of a Fisher Education

Fisher is known for producing graduates who are not only successful, but also a positive force in the region, across the state, and throughout the nation.

Fisher prepares you to meet the challenges of an increasingly complex world. The liberal nature of a Fisher education means you'll acquire valuable communication, analytic, and problem-solving skills in addition to thorough comprehension within your chosen course of study.

In general, class sizes are small, so you won't get lost in the crowd. You'll get personal attention from Fisher's faculty, who are selected for their teaching excellence, scholarly initiatives, and commitment to students.

Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background. If you are a motivated, passionate student willing to invest time and effort in yourself, your education, and your future, you will thrive here.

Fisher's Campus

Fisher is located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres—a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.

Kearney Hall, Fisher's original building.

Institutional Accolades

St. John Fisher University is consistently recognized for high-quality academics, excellent value, and community service. Recent recognition includes:

U.S. News & World Report
America's Best Colleges

2023-2024 Colleges of Distinction
Fisher Named 2023-2024 College of Distinction

The Princeton Review
Best Colleges in the Northeast

Money.com
Money.com Names Fisher Among Best American Colleges

Military Friendly
Fisher Names 2023-2024 Military Friendly School

Niche.com
Fisher Food Ranked No. 1 in NYS, No. 5 in U.S.

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Roll
Fisher Named to PTK's Transfer Honor Roll

RBJ Reader Rankings
Fisher Programs Among Readers' Favorites

Washington Monthly
2022 College Guide and Rankings

U.S. News & World Report
Nursing Graduate Programs - Best Grad Schools

Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education
Top U.S. Colleges

Forbes, MONEY Magazine
America's Top Colleges

Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Best Values in Private Colleges 2019