Information for Parents and Families

We’re dedicated to supporting you and your student through every exciting stage of the college experience, from enrollment through graduation. Our caring and committed staff will provide you with the guidance and resources that you need to successfully navigate important processes such as financial aid and enrollment, and to ensure your student's overall well-being with safety, tutoring, and mental and physical health services.

University of the Sciences and Saint Joseph’s University fully expect to join together on June 1, 2022, combining the excellence and traditions of two renowned schools as one—Saint Joseph’s.

Finalization of this merger is pending routine regulatory and accreditation requirements including approval by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Learn more at usciences.edu/sju.

Students can still apply to USciences’ programs directly for Fall 2022. Our admission counselors are available and ready to help throughout your admission process.

In addition to USciences’ programs, students will benefit from Saint Joseph’s strengths in business, education, and liberal arts core with additional breadth and depth of programs.

Quick Contacts

Resources

Billing

As part of the Cashier's Office in Kline Hall, we ensure that all billing, loan, and payment processes are handled smoothly and accurately.

Visit the Billing website.

Financial Aid

At USciences, we provide a variety of financial assistance to make this important educational investment affordable for you and your family. The Financial Aid Office is available to help you through every step of the process.

Visit the Financial Aid Website

Student Health

Student Health provides students with quality health care services that integrate individual health needs, prevention, clinical treatment for illness and injury, and education about healthy lifestyle choices. The Student Health and Counseling Center strives to support the healthy personal and academic development of all USciences students through individualized attention and campus-wide health and well-being initiatives.

Visit the Student Health Website

Mental Health

We serve all members of the University community with the goal of improving both the academic and emotional experiences of our students. The Student Health and Counseling Center is available to help students resolve personal, social, and academic concerns, obtain appropriate professional care during times of personal stress or crisis, and navigate the normal development stages of young adulthood.

Visit the Counseling Services Website

Academics

Advising

USciences academic advisors assist students in the development of meaningful educational plans that are compatible with their life goals.

Visit the Advising Website

Registrar

The Registrar's Office can provide students with information about general registration, audit procedures, grade replacement, and transferring credits.

Visit the Registrar Website

Tutoring Center

USciences offers a wide range of services to help students improve time management and study skills to become successful, independent learners. We work with faculty and other staff to ensure your student receives the best support possible. All of our academic support services are free for matriculating undergraduate students.

Visit the Tutoring Center Website

Community

Residential Life

Welcome home to USciences. The Residence Life staff is committed to making your student’s time living on campus one of personal growth, community engagement, and lots of fun! Our fully-equipped, modern residence halls and campus apartments have everything students need to feel at home. All year long, we offer special programming to connect classmates and explore our vibrant Philadelphia community.

Visit the Residential Life Website

Dining Services

Head down to Wilson Hall for healthy and fresh choices for a delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner or nutritious snack. We offer a variety of dining choices and plans for students.

Visit the Dining Services Website

Public Safety

The health and well-being of students, faculty, and staff are of the utmost concern to the USciences community. That's why we take a proactive approach in ensuring the safety of all members of the University family.

Visit the Public Safety Website

Philadelphia

Explore what's going on in Philadelphia. From Philadelphia's foodie culture to its historic districts, there is something for everyone to enjoy.