St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution in the Catholic tradition of American higher education. The University emphasizes liberal learning for students in traditional academic disciplines and more directly career-oriented elds. The University welcomes qualied students, faculty, and staff regardless of religious or cultural background. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres a beautiful setting for 27 modern buildings and a warm, friendly campus community. The University offers academic majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business,education, nursing, and 11 pre-professional programs. Fisher offers 13 masters and 3 doctoral programs.