St. John Fisher College
St. John Fisher College is a liberal arts school situated in the eastern suburb of Pittsford. Established in 1948 as an all-male college, Fisher officially admitted women in September of 1971. Fisher’s educational philosophy centers on its founder, St. Basil, who believed in care for the poor and underprivileged. The college emphasizes liberal learning and independent thinking, brought about by the its many student organizations and clubs.
Fun Facts
Location: 3690 East Avenue, Rochester, New York 14618
Student/Faculty Ratio: 14:1
Male/Female Ratio: 42 percent male, 58 percent female
Undergrad Enrollment: 2,625
Undergrad Tuition: $21,670/year
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Famous Alumni:
- Paul Hewitt, men’s head basketball coach at Georgia Tech
- William Colombo, president and CEO of Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Russell Brandon, executive vice president of business operations for the Buffalo Bills.
Popular Majors: Education, nursing, business and communications
Online: www.sjfc.edu
