Mission

Our MISSION

Consistent with the Vincentian mission of St. John’s University, the Law School seeks to:

Achieve academic excellence through a commitment to rigorous teaching, scholarly research, and innovative application of knowledge Foster a diverse community emphasizing respect for the rights and dignity of every person Engage students to search out the causes of economic and social injustice and to find adaptable, effective, and concrete solutions

Endow graduates with the skills and values required for successful participation in a global legal community

Notice of Non-Discrimination, Equal Opportunity

St. John’s University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, religion, age, status in the uniformed services of the United States (including veteran status), marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Amendments Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI or Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (ASR), which contains three years of campus crime and fire safety statistics and campus security policy and procedures, is available online at www.stjohns.edu/safetyreport. Upon request, prospective students may obtain a paper copy of the ASR by contacting the Department of Public Safety at (718) 990-1435