St. John Fisher University (SJF)

Total enrollment is approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year, with 2,700 undergraduate students and over 1,000 graduate students.

Our growing directory of over clubs and organizations—over 50 of which are affiliated with the Student Government Association—is an integral piece of the student experience. Clubs give students a space to connect with other students around mutual interests, challenge themselves to try something new, develop leadership skills, and build on their academic experience in meaningful ways. Clubs range from academic to performing arts, club sports to special interest, and faith-based and service/wellness clubs. Students can learn more on our website.

Total enrollment is approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year, with 2,700 undergraduate students and just over 1,000 graduate students.

Our growing directory of over 50 clubs and organizations, is an integral piece of the student experience. Clubs give students a space to connect with other students around mutual interests, challenge themselves to try something new, develop leadership skills, and build on their academic experience in meaningful ways. Clubs range from academic to performing arts, club sports to special interest, and faith-based and service/wellness clubs. Students can learn more on our website.

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