Institution name

Saint Joseph's University

Total number of students

7700

Contact address for international enquiries

5600 City Avenue
PHILADELPHIA 19716

Telephone

+1 610 660 1101

Venue / office name

College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Political Science

PHILADELPHIA
Pennsylvania
19716

Venue description

This Department seeks in all courses to make its students aware of the increasing inter-connectedness between domestic affairs, international trends and developments. By encouraging its students to develop a life-long love of learning a sense of responsible citizenship, the habit of critical analysis, and effective expression in speaking and writing, the Political Science major offers a solid foundation for graduate and legal studies, as well as careers in government, education, communications, and commerce.

Telephone number

+1 610 660 1749

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

Saint Joseph's University offers its resident students four types of living accommodations; Residence centers, Townhouses, Houses, and Apartment Units. All settings allow residents from different backgrounds, classes and majors to live together throughout their stay at the University. Hall members can eat together, form athletic teams, and engage in social activities and share ideas and experiences. Living in residence is, in itself, an education, for the experience raises questions and discussions about social and moral values. All the Residence Hall, University Apartments and the campus houses are wired for Internet, cable and telephone and have access to the University computer network, the halls are equipped with laundry rooms, vending machines, study rooms and lounge areas. Individual rooms are furnished with a bed, desk, dresser and closet space for each occupant. The apartments are furnished with living room and kitchen furniture as well as bedroom furniture; all residential areas have their own laundry facilities that are equipped with both modern and efficient washers and dryers. Some residence halls and apartments are air-conditioned with either central air conditioning or window units. In buildings that are not equipped with air conditioning students may not install room air conditioning units. The university’s Off-Campus Housing office helps students find housing near the main campus and will provide support that fosters a positive off-campus living experience.