Pace University vs St. John's University

This page compares Pace University and St. John's University across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes using official ABA 509 disclosures.

In the U.S. News rankings, St. John's University is ranked #63 compared to #141 — a gap of 78 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

There is a meaningful difference in admissions competitiveness: St. John's University has a median LSAT of 164 compared to 154, a gap of 10 points. This suggests applicants to St. John's University face a more competitive admissions pool.

St. John's University is significantly more selective, with an acceptance rate of 23.1% compared to Pace University's 44.1%.

Both schools are located in New York — Pace University in White Plains and St. John's University in Queens — meaning graduates often compete in the same regional legal market.

On cost, Pace University has lower tuition at $56,648 per year compared to $75,170. Combined with employment rates of 89.7% (Pace University) and 92.5% (St. John's), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.

Among cross-admitted applicants, Pace University offered a median scholarship of $123,750 compared to $82,500, a difference of $41,250 that may factor into enrollment decisions.