Activate Your Nest Account
The Nest is your central portal for academic, financial and student services at Saint Joseph’s University. The Nest opens in mid-April; you will receive an activation email to set-up your account at that time.
Deposited Students
It’s official, you’re a Hawk! Learn more about what to expect for the spring and summer.
Get Ready for the Spring
Submit Your Final Transcript
Reach out to your school counselor to let them know you’re coming to Saint Joseph’s University and have them send your final high school transcript, with your date of graduation, to us.
Request Transfer Credits
You can submit a request to transfer college-level coursework by Aug. 1, 2025. To have AP or IB credits applied to your record, order official transcripts from the testing agency to be sent to Saint Joseph’s.
Looking Ahead
Your Summer Checklist
In May, you will be able to start completing your summer tasks through The Nest. It's important to keep on top of the due dates for these tasks to ensure a seamless transition to Hawk Hill in the fall. Your checklist items will include:
- Registering for summer orientation
- Signing your housing agreement
- Accepting your financial aid package
- Completing your math and language placement tests
- Uploading your ID card photo
- Waiving or accepting health insurance
- And many more
If you have any questions reach out to us at admit@sju.edu or contact your admission counselor directly.
See You This Summer
Attend Summer Orientation
Our two-day orientation experience is for students and parents/guardians to become immersed in the St. Joe’s community. Registration will open in May on The Nest.
Select Your Housing
Housing selection for the 2025-26 academic year will take place in July. You will learn more about housing options and the selection process during summer orientation.
Register for Fall Courses
You will register for fall classes online in July based on your school or intended major. Additional information, your assigned registration day/time and registration resources will be shared in June.
Don't Forget
Dates to Remember
Add the following dates to your calendar.
- Summer Orientation: June 21-29, 2025
- Fall Course Registration: Following orientation
- Housing Selection: July 2025
- Fall Tuition Due: August 15, 2025
- Move-In Weekend: August 22-24, 2025
- First Day of Classes: August 25, 2025
Review Your
Financial Aid and Billing Options
Now is the time to review your financial aid award or to complete your 2025-26 FAFSA if you haven’t already. You can learn about all available financing and billing options, including payment plans and alternative loans.
Fall tuition bills are posted in July and are due August 15. Tuition bills are sent to the student’s SJU email address and any parent/ guardian email(s) added by the student.
We understand that navigating financial aid can be confusing, so don’t hesitate to contact your admission and financial aid counselor or email finaid@sju.edu with any questions.
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