Why Earn Your Degree at St. John's

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science exemplifies St. John’s University’s 142-year tradition focus on preparing students for meaningful leadership in their careers, communities and world.

With the University’s low 18-one student/faculty ratio, undergraduates enjoy personal attention in the classroom. All courses are taught by faculty, not graduate assistants. Professors are nationally and internationally respected scholars with a demonstrated commitment to teaching. Under their guidance, students acquire a profound understanding of theory and its real-world applications. They gain an especially strong background in the way math shapes the computer systems on which our world depends. Many professors also have industry ties that benefit students when they enter the job market.

Students in Mathematics and Computer Science also benefit from St. John’s leadership in Online Learning. The University offers many online courses allowing students to work at their own pace and schedule.

A leading Catholic university, St. John’s combines academic excellence, vibrant student life activities and the excitement of BIG EAST athletics on five campuses — in Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan (New York City); Oakdale, NY; and Rome, Italy. Students also take classes at the University’s residential facility in Paris, France. Through Academic Service-Learning, students gain real-world experience assisting those in need through course-related volunteer activities. In addition, there are 180 student clubs and organizations.

St. John’s University is widely known for the success of its alumni. Forbes.com lists the University among its top 15 institutions in terms of graduates’ earning power. And a recent survey by The Wall Street Journal ranks St. John’s among 100 Top colleges and universities that are “most likely to help students land a job in key careers . . . that are growing, pay well and offer high levels of job satisfaction.”