St. John Fisher University, Rochester, NY

#Fisher2026, This is Your Year

As we look ahead to Commencement, we celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of our soon-to-be alumni in the Countdown to Commencement series. View the latest.

The Carnegie Community Engagement Classification seal with an image of Fisher students volunteering.

Recognized for Service

Fisher has received the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation that highlights an institution’s commitment to community engagement. Read more about this designation.

Students work together in Lavery Library.

Impactful You. Here.

Connections and community are just some of the reasons Fisher students choose to learn and live on campus. Explore upcoming visit opportunities.

Featured Programs

Media and Communication

Fisher’s media and communication program prepares you as a communication professional for a variety of storytelling and media careers.

Nursing

Become a patient-centered nurse with training in cultural sensitivity and ethical decision-making through Fisher’s nursing program.

Criminology

Through Fisher’s criminology program, you can explore the nature of crime, criminal justice, and societal influencing factors.

“ The education I received at Fisher was invaluable. I feel more prepared than I ever imagined I would entering my career. ”

Richard Mosall ’25
Client Services Pharmacist at LI Script LLC

“ Studying at Fisher will undoubtedly increase your academic and career opportunities. ”

Danielle Reid ’17
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Washington University in St. Louis

“ I think what sets Fisher apart from other schools is the community and that professors are dedicated to you. ”

Alyson Witt ’23
Outreach Coordinator, Mustard Seed School

“ Fisher has set the foundation for what I would like to pursue and has equipped me with the tools I need to succeed. I hope to be working on various film projects across the country. ”

Kessan VanGronigen ’25
Graduate Student at Newhouse School of Public Communications

“ It was the most supportive educational experience I have ever received. ”

Brian Cheng ’24
Library Media Specialist, New York City Public Schools

“ I chose Fisher because I wanted to be in smaller classroom settings. The projects we get to do imitate the workplace, and I believe this gives me great experience working with a client and a team to complete tasks. ”