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Saint Edward's University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,340
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 13 to 1
Acceptance rate 92%
Students retention rate 76%
On-time graduation rate 66%

Located in Austin, Texas, Saint Edward's University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 92% indicates that Saint Edward's University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Saint Edward's University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, Saint Edward's University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Saint Edward's University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 76% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 68% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

92.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$49,996

Cost of attendance at Saint Edward's University in 2022 for students from Texas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average $7,907
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$49,996

Cost of attendance at Saint Edward's University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average $17,011
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Saint Edward's University received on average $35,689 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$35,689
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 252 42% $4,846 $1,221,174
Other Federal Grant 302 51% $5,785 $1,746,944
State Grant/Scholarships 249 42% $3,730 $928,890
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 589 99% $31,146 $18,345,273
Total Grant & Scholarships 589 99% $35,689 $21,021,107

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Saint Edward's University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Saint Edward's University students is 65.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 66.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 64.0%.

65.8%

  • asian 38.5% 5 students
  • African American 65.4% 17 students
  • white 67.4% 269 students
  • unknown 54.6% 6 students
  • hispanic 66.7% 208 students
  • International Students 64.1% 41 students
  • Mixed Race 59.0% 23 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Lone Star Conference
  • Basketball Lone Star Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Lone Star Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Saint Edward's University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Saint Edward's University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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