Overview
The Peter J. Tobin College of Business is the business school of St. John's University, a Catholic Vincentian institution founded in 1870 in Queens, New York. Renamed in 2007 in honor of alumnus and benefactor Peter J. Tobin, a former Chase Manhattan Bank CFO, the college has built a strong regional reputation for accounting, finance, and risk management programs, benefiting from close ties to New York's financial industry. It holds AACSB accreditation, placing it among an elite group of business schools worldwide recognized for teaching and research quality.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Queens (Jamaica), New York |
| Founded | 1938 |
| Total students | 3,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 15:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 78% |
| Graduation rate | 72% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $48,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $48,700 |
| Room & board | $17,500 |
| Average financial aid | $28,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1130-1310 |
| ACT range | 23-29 |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- Accounting
- Finance
- Risk Management & Insurance
- Marketing
- Business Analytics
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.