Santa Fe, the capital of New Mexico, is steeped in history and culture. Founded in the early 1600s by the Spanish, Santa Fe is the oldest capital city in the United States. Predating Spain’s arrival, Santa Fe was inhabited by Native Americans, ancestors of today’s Indian Pueblo peoples. Though a small city—the population within the city limits is 69,000—Santa Fe offers big city amenities: world-class hotels, restaurants, opera, and museums as well as a vibrant art market.
In addition, Santa Fe boasts clean air and spectacular natural beauty. It’s no surprise that the city ranks No. 4 on Kiplinger’s list of 10 Best Places to Live.
At 7,300 feet, St. John’s 250-acre Santa Fe campus adjoins the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Trailheads to the Santa Fe National Forest begin footsteps from campus and dining, museums, and the historic Santa Fe Plaza are under a mile away. Ours is a high desert ecosystem with four distinct seasons and minimal moisture, though snow falls in the winter and late afternoon rains occur in July. While summer days are warm, evenings are generally pleasantly cool.
Summer Academy students have full access to the campus’ amenities, including a campus library, a fully-equipped exercise and weight room, basketball and racquetball courts, a computer lab, music practice rooms, a mailroom, and a coffee shop.
Many of our Summer Academy dorms and classroom buildings have balconies that offer breath-taking views. Students will enjoy studying and relaxing in our beautiful outdoor spaces and dormitory common rooms.
Students will be housed in the dorms on campus. Most will share a divided double or triple room—single rooms are available upon request. Summer Academy students must bring their own linens, a pillow, and towels. Laundry machines are available for use on campus.
Though Santa Fe has a regional airport, Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF), most students find it more convenient to fly into the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). From Albuquerque, Santa Fe can be reached by train, Groome Transportation, or car. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief stops in Lamy, New Mexico, which is 18 miles from campus. See Santa Fe Visitor Information for local accommodations and directions to campus.
Contact Summer Academy at summer.academy(at)sjc.edu
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