Saint John Vianney College Seminary

Saint John Vianney College Seminary is the largest college seminary in the United States, representing 18 dioceses throughout the nation with more than 100 undergraduate men in formation annually.

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A Generous Response

SJV's vibrant and healthy formative environment equips men to faithfully respond to God's call with courage, conviction, and zeal.

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Saint John Vianney College Seminary

Men in Christ.
Men of the Church.
Men for Others.

Established in 1968, SJV nurtures the seeds of a priestly vocation, preparing young men for major seminary through integral formation and discipleship in Christian character, a traditional Catholic program of spiritual growth, and a formative liberal arts education. Our seminarians are full-time University of St. Thomas undergraduate students who participate in campus life as it aligns with our mission.

More than 750 of our alumni are serving as ordained priests today.
Watch SJV Vocation Stories.

Latest Updates

SJV Alumnus in the Conclave

We were grateful to catch up with His Eminence Blaise Cupich ‘71 (Archdiocese of Chicago) and learn what this experience was like for him.

The Conclave: In Rome and In St. Paul

The festivities in St. Paul took place with equal joy to the celebration in St. Peter’s Square following “Habemus Papam.”

Priests Forever: Class of 2025 Ordinations

The harvest was abundant this year as 16 SJV Alumni were ordained as priests, joining more than 750 alumni who have given their lives to Christ as His priests forever.

Why SJV?

Because God still calls.

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