Seton Hall University

Seton Hall University is a private Catholic research university located in South Orange, New Jersey. Founded in 1856, it is the oldest diocesan university in the United States and is named after Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first native-born American saint. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through its multiple colleges and schools, including the School of Law and the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. Seton Hall is known for its strong programs in business, nursing, diplomacy, law, and education, and it competes in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Big East Conference. The university's main campus sits on approximately 58 acres in a suburban setting about 14 miles west of New York City. Seton Hall emphasizes a values-based education rooted in Catholic tradition while welcoming students of all faiths. Its campus features modern academic buildings, residence halls, a library, recreation facilities, and performing arts venues. The university has a diverse student body and provides extensive research, internship, and study-abroad opportunities.