St. John’s College-Santa Fe Top Questions

There is a very high attrition rate because it is so hard. Each class starts with around 120 students and ends up with about 70-80 at graduation. This place isn't for the faint of heart, but it is the only college I can imagine going to.

There is usually not enough time to completely cover the topics and issues raised in class. The program moves quickly in order to cover such a wide range of material that there is no time dedicated to specialize in any one area, providing only a basic understanding of the most important aspects. In order to gain a better or deeper grasp on a topic of interest, it is necessary to spend your own time on it outside of class, which is limited.

Due to the high stress level associated with our program, some students resort to the abuse of alcohol and tobacco. Although management is taking steps to subdue to issue, the ease with which underage students can procure alcohol, even at school-sanctioned events, is astounding. Fortunately, because the students are so unlike those in other colleges, it is simple to abstain from this scene: Peer pressure is non-existant. This problem occasionally leads to damage of school property. Common rooms this year in the Uppers dorm area have been closed to the student body.