St. John's College - Liberal Arts College in the Annapolis and Santa Fe

One Great Books College. Two Great Campuses.

St. John’s is known for our interdisciplinary curriculum where students explore 200+ revolutionary books from across 3000 years. In class discussions, we probe world-changing literature, philosophy, math, science, and more, with graduates entering fields like law, government, STEM, media, and education. The third-oldest college in the US, St. John’s is hailed as the “most forward-thinking, future-proof college in America.”

Stories from St. John's College

Undergraduate Curriculum

Our students read the original writings of great thinkers across 3,000 years of history, engage in vigorous classroom discussion with fewer than 20 students around the seminar table, and study ideas across the humanities and sciences. Every student receives an interdisciplinary degree in the liberal arts. Our graduate programs are also books- and discussion-based.

Meet Our Renowned Faculty

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Faculty discuss their favorite books.

Faculty describe seminar, the heart of St. John’s.

Santa Fe Tutor Students Classroom Discussion

#6

Professors Get High Marks
(Princeton Review)

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7:1

Student-to-faculty ratio

Student-tutor discussion

16

Average class size
(no class larger than 21)

Science Lab Classroom Discussion

#21

Best Undergraduate Teaching
(U.S. News)

Internships and Fellowships

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St. John’s offers paid internships for all students, paving the way for success in a variety of careers and graduate study. This is one reason that the Princeton Review has ranked St. John’s College #25 for career services.

    • Genevieve DeMajistre

      Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC)
      Intern

      “I am interested in how scientific observations can be used in areas such as ecological gardening, wildlife conservation, and the rebuilding of ecosystems in ways that help combat climate change.”

    • Apurva Sharma

      Nepal Mediciti Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
      Intern

      “The conversations between the doctors and the patients were fascinating; it felt very professional yet intimate. I realized it is very taxing on both ends to trust someone with your life and to be responsible for someone else’s life. But it is a beautiful exchange.”

    • Kasparas Adomaitis

      Lithuanian Radio and Television, Investigative Journalism Division
      Intern

      “My time at LRT helped me see that a liberal arts education is very useful when pursuing a career in journalism, as it teaches open-mindedness and passion for seeking the truth, which are both beneficial for succeeding in this field.”

    • Chinazor Ike-Njoku

      Harvard University
      Course: Introduction to Psychology

      “I learned a lot about myself, the human brain, general human tendencies, and the power of forming healthy habits.”

Alumni Success

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The interdisciplinarity of our curriculum, the analytical skills developed through close reading and open discussion of big ideas, and our robust career supports prepare alumni to succeed across professional fields.

    • Lydia Polgreen

      Opinion Columnist
      New York Times

      New York, New York

      “I realized I wanted to look at and question the world just like I did at St. John’s. And to continue my inquiry because the world is open to interpretation. I had to go places and see things for myself.”

    • Salvatore Scibona

      National Book Award Finalist
      Guggenheim Fellow

      New York, New York

      “I am always asking myself if the work I'm doing matters, and if it’s true. Those are Johnnie questions, I find.”

    • Miyoko Schinner

      Founder
      Miyoko’s Creamery

      Nicasio, California

      “At St. John’s, you learn how to learn, and you learn not to be intimidated.”

    • Dr. Michael Fausnaugh

      Research Scientist
      MIT

      Cambridge, Massachusetts

      “Results from the [Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite] mission have the potential to transform humanity's understanding of the Earth and our place in the universe … It is exciting and humbling to be part of this research.”

Books by Johnnies

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From Pulitzer Prize, National Book Award, and Academy Award nominees to New York Times best sellers and O. Henry Award winners, Books by Johnnies showcases over 1000 books and dramatic works written by St. John’s alumni and faculty.

Continuing the Conversation

A film + podcast series featuring St. John’s faculty.

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