St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution in the Catholic tradition of American higher education located in Pittsford, N.Y., just outside of Rochester. Guided since its inception in 1948 by the educational philosophy of the Congregation of St. Basil, the University emphasizes liberal learning for students in traditional academic disciplines, as well as for those in more directly career-oriented fields. Fisher welcomes qualified students, faculty, and staff regardless of religious or cultural background. Fisher provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, and pharmacy. As Fisher moves forward into the future, it stays true to its Catholic heritage and honors the Basilians by embracing their motto, "Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge."