Special Programs and Resources

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Center for International Programs

The Center for International Programs (CIP) at Saint Joseph's University is strongly committed to internationalization and globalization, both on our campuses and elsewhere. We provide information and services to students who wish to study abroad on a short-term or long-term academic program. We are also responsible for the implementation of new international education initiatives and the support of the University's International Travel Policy.

The Center for International Programs is located in the La Farge Student Residence, Suite 10 and the office hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm. Please visit the following website for more information: https://www.sju.edu/offices/student-life/cip.

Student Disability Services

In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the Office of Student Disability Services coordinates support services and recommends reasonable academic adjustments based on appropriate documentation and the needs of the student. The Office is responsible for promoting access to facilities and programs, ensuring equal educational opportunities, acting as an information and referral source, and serving as a liaison between faculty and student.

The office of Student Disability Services is located in:

Bellarmine G10
610-660-1339
TTY 610-660-1620
sds@sju.edu
Visit the website: sju.edu/sds 

Office of Student Success

By supporting students as they face obstacles associated with college life, the Office of Student Success assists students in making connections with campus resources and provides coaching on strategies for having a positive transition to college and an enjoyable experience at SJU.

Every SJU student is fully capable of earning a degree from Saint Joseph's University. At times, students experience difficulties: academic, emotional, social, health-related, family emergencies, and disciplinary actions. There are many resources on campus available to support our students, and the Office of Student Success is here to help.

The Office of Student Success is located in:

G10 Bellarmine Hall
610-660-2956
success@sju.edu
or visit the website sju.edu/studentsuccess

Office of International Students and Scholars

ISS is responsible for meeting the needs of international students from the time they apply until they graduate. ISS serves as the primary advising office for non-academic issues for international students. Areas of assistance for international students include:

  • Initial issuance of the I-20 form to apply for a student (F-l) visa
  • Issuing the DS-2019 form to apply for an exchange visitor (J-1) visa
  • Organizing orientation for international students and other cross-cultural activities
  • Signing immigration documents for travel in and out of the United States
  • Assisting with change of status applications to F-1 status
  • Processing the immigration paperwork for off campus work permission requests
  • Assisting international students in acclimating to SJU and Philadelphia

The Office of International Students and Scholars is located in the Campion Student Center, room 211, and is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm. Please visit the website sju.edu/iss or email internationalstudents@sju.edu for more information.

Veterans Services

The SJU Office of Veterans Services is dedicated to serving the unique needs of our veterans, spouses and family members. We are a nationally recognized “veteran friendly” university, as well as a full participant in the Post-9/11 GI Bill® and Yellow Ribbon programs. Our mission is to create a welcoming environment for veterans and their families, and to ensure veterans gain access to all eligible federal, state and local programs and services. We are located in Mandeville Hall, Suite 394. Additional information is available on our website at www.sju.edu/veterans.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Writing Center

The Department of English, Writing & Journalism, in conjunction with the Office of the Provost, also supports The Writing Center, where students, faculty, staff, and alumni receive free assistance with their writing. The main center is in Merion Hall on the Hawk Hill campus, with additional locations in the Post Learning Commons on Hawk Hill and in Griffith Hall on the University City campus. Writers can choose from face-to-face and synchronous online appointments as well as asynchronous online (eTutoring) appointments. The Center is staffed by trained undergraduate peer tutors of all majors who assist writers at any level of expertise, in any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming and prewriting, to topic selection and focus, to drafting, revising, and editing. They work with any type of academic, personal or professional writing, including creative writing, group projects, slide share presentations, lab reports, resumes, cover letters, application letters for scholarships or graduate school, as well as personal statements.

Undergraduate students who are interested in becoming peer tutors apply to take ENG 345 Tutor Practicum, Writing Center Theory and Practice. The Tutor Practicum course is open to students in any major. Applications for the course are available under the Employment tab on the Writing Center’s website: www.sju.edu/writingcenter.

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Cooperative Education (Co-op) Overview

The Haub School of Business offers students in all business majors the option to participate in one of two Co-op programs:  1) the Haub School of Business Co-op program or 2) the Food Marketing, Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Business, and Healthcare Administration Co-op program.  Both programs offer students the opportunity to gain one year of full-time work experience within the traditional four-year degree program.

Students who participate in Co-op engage in challenging, relevant, paid corporate work rotations; utilize work experience to determine career interests and selection of college major; gain first-hand knowledge of, and develop skills in, a profession; learn job search skills, such as resume writing and interview skills; develop a professional network—and advance professionally; earn between $30,000 and $60,000 across two work terms ($18 to $35 an hour); and become substantially more competitive job candidates by senior year—or often secure a full-time job offer through a Co-op employer.

The Co-op employment process is competitive.  Students are not placed in jobs nor are they guaranteed jobs.  Students must engage in an authentic job search and earn jobs based upon their education, previous experience, interview preparation/success, and fit for the role.  The Co-op program offers extensive job search preparation for students, including: Co-op orientation; individual resume reviews; mock interviews; in-program student-to-student mentoring; and company information sessions.

The Co-op program maintains hiring relationships with established Co-op employers, some of which are proximate to campus and some of which require students to relocate for the duration of a Co-op work term.  Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from work.  

Co-op Program Work Terms

The Co-op program includes two full-time work terms:  1) fall of the sophomore year; and 2) spring/summer following the completion of junior year studies.  Students may work for the same employer for both work terms or opt to work for different employers.

The first work term (mid-year sophomore year) is designed to provide students with exposure to a corporate environment, help them determine what is of interest to them professionally, and develop soft skills, such as:  communication, teamwork, time management, motivation, and critical thinking.  

The second work term is comparatively more in-depth, and allows students to participate in higher-level, more focused responsibilities that relate more sharply to their major field of study.  

Students have three options for joining Co-op:  1) register as a first year and participate in both work terms (sophomore and junior); 2) register as a first year and participate in only the first work term (sophomore); 3) register as a sophomore and participate in only the second work term (junior).    

Co-op Program Eligibility

To apply for admission to the Co-op program, and remain in good standing in the program, students must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a full-time, undergraduate day student in the Haub School of Business.
  • Be a United States veteran enrolled in the Haub School of Business.
  • Have a minimum cumulative of GPA 3.0.  
  • Complete the first semester of the sophomore year before starting the first Co-op.
  • Complete the junior year before starting the second Co-op.
  • Attend the Co-op summer semesters to remain on track for four-year graduation.
  • Be a first year, sophomore, or United States Veteran.

Co-op Program Application

Students who seek admission to the Co-op program must complete an application that is available through the Co-op office.  Applications must be submitted by November 1.  The Co-op program prefers to identify applicants by November 1 to assure they are advised properly prior to selecting spring semester courses, which typically occurs in mid-November.  Admission to the Co-op program is not guaranteed; enrollment will be based upon student GPAs and the ratio of applicants to available jobs.

Co-op’s Impact on Student Status, Tuition, Financial Aid and Housing

Student Status:  During Co-op work terms, students are considered full-time students.

Tuition:  Co-op students pay the same eight semesters of tuition as non-Co-op students; Co-op students pay summer semester tuition in lieu of paying tuition during the Co-op work terms, so tuition payments occur at different times for Co-op students.

Financial Aid:  Co-op rarely impacts financial aid packages negatively, but all Co-op students are required to meet with a Financial Aid Counselor to discuss their specific financial aid situation as it relates to Co-op enrollment.

Housing:  Students can reside in campus housing during Co-op work terms.  Students can be released from their housing contracts, at no charge, during Co-op work terms for Co-op jobs that are not proximate to campus, as determined by the Co-op program and the Office of Residence Life.

Additional Information

Dr. Todd Krug
Co-op Program Director
610-660-1103
krug@sju.edu
Mandeville 150
https://www.sju.edu/co-ops-internships

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Fellowships

The Fellowships Office assists undergraduate students and recent graduates to apply for major fellowships, including awards for undergraduate study, study abroad, graduate study, and research internships. The Office works closely with fellowship applicants on every step of the application process, from deciding which fellowships to apply for to discussing the steps to take along the way. The mission of the Office is to help our students perform to the best of their ability and leverage their Jesuit education at Saint Joseph’s University into service for others and transformative, life-long success for themselves. The Fellowships Office prioritizes the University’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Within the roster of scholarships and fellowships, there are several dedicated to expanding access to historically underrepresented groups.  For more information, please contact fellowships@sju.edu or visit https://www.sju.edu/offices/academic-admin/fellowships.

Service-Learning Program

Integral to the mission of Saint Joseph’s University, Service-Learning challenges students to combine traditional academic coursework with community-based experiences. The student engaged in Service-Learning works in two classrooms, one here at the University and the other in the city of Philadelphia. Classroom lectures, texts, assignments, and critical reflection on social justice issues are enhanced by a community-based learning commitment through weekly volunteering or a mutually designed project with community partner schools and agencies that relate to course material.

Service-Learning courses are offered in all schools and colleges at the university. A unique First Year Service-Learning Program engages first-year students through a two-course sequence embedded in General Education courses for an entire academic year. Upper-class students can enroll in semester-long course offerings in their major, minor, or general education requirements. A team of staff and student leaders assist the faculty in the recruitment, placement, and orientation of students enrolled in Service-Learning courses. To learn more about the Service-Learning Program and a current list of open courses, please visit www.sju.edu/servicelearning or contact the Faith-Justice Institute.

The Washington Center Internship Program

Through The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Programs (TWC), Saint Joseph’s University offers a unique experiential learning program for students interested in semester-long and summer internships in Washington D.C. TWC is a nonprofit, nonpartisan educational organization that provides integrated academic and work experience aimed at preparing students for careers in private, public, and related professions. 

As participants in the program, students spend a semester or a summer in our nation’s capital where they gain valuable career experience working as an intern, taking a class specific to their major and professional field of interest, and benefiting from personalized career readiness coaching, leadership development, and professional skill building, as well as access to a dynamic network of peers and professionals in Washington, D.C., all while retaining full-time SJU status. The program is especially recommended to majors in the College of Arts and Sciences, and provides guaranteed housing in a state-of-the-art facility, and includes training in leadership and professional skill-building.

TWC offers a variety of internships through hundreds of private, public, and non-profit organizations, and students are able to choose from seven different professional tracks that cater to their interest and career aspirations:

  • Advocacy, Service & Arts
  • Business & Global Trade
  • International Affairs
  • Law & Criminal Justice
  • Media & Communications
  • Politics & Public Policy
  • Science, Technology & Society

Recent SJU student internship placements include:

  • Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute
  • GuidePost Strategies 
  • Kalik and Associates, Inc.
  • Inclusive America
  • SKD Knickerbocker
  • RetireSafe
  • BIED Society, Foreign Service Institute
  • U.S. Marshal Service
  • Potomac Associates
  • and many private law firms, think tanks, lobbying firms, and congressional offices.

To learn more about The Washington Center Internship Program at SJU, contact Dr. Lisa A. Baglione and Dr. Katherine A. S. Sibley, the campus liaison/coordinators, at lbaglion@sju.edu, sibley@sju.edu, or visit https://www.sju.edu/college-arts-and-sciences/washington-center.

Undergraduate Internship

Undergraduate internships may be either paid or unpaid and typically involve work experiences related to a student’s major field of study. Students may be eligible to receive academic credit for an internship; however, they must first meet with their academic advisor, program director, or internship coordinator and complete any necessary application process—prior to securing the internship—to determine whether they satisfy their department or program’s requirements (such as minimum GPA, enrollment status, and any necessary prerequisites). It is important to note that not all departments or programs allow internships to count toward academic credit.