John R. De Oca

This Factbook for Saint Elizabeth University provides a comprehensive overview of the institution, detailing its mission to be a community of learning in the Catholic liberal arts tradition and its vision to be nationally recognized for educating individuals for leadership in service to others. It highlights core values such as integrity, social responsibility, leadership, and excellence in teaching and learning. The document supports strategic understanding by presenting extensive data on student enrollment, outcomes, instructional trends, faculty and staff demographics, and financial performance.

The 2023-2028 Strategic Plan for Saint Elizabeth University outlines four key strategic pillars: deepening commitment to the university's mission and Catholic identity; strengthening student access and success; enhancing the intellectual climate and culture; and achieving fiscal strength and operational effectiveness. The plan aims to increase enrollment and net tuition revenue, improve retention and graduation rates, enhance the student experience, and place graduates into successful careers or further education. Academically, the plan focuses on recruiting and retaining high-quality faculty, providing nationally recognized programs, offering experiential learning opportunities, and fostering intellectual engagement. Financially, the plan seeks to strengthen the university's fiscal position, improve operational efficiency, modernize campus facilities, and enhance service excellence. The plan emphasizes a mission-driven approach, data-informed decision-making, and collaboration among stakeholders to achieve its goals.