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Saint Johns University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,428
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 89%
Students retention rate 85%
On-time graduation rate 79%

Located in Collegeville, Minnesota, Saint Johns 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 89% indicates that Saint Johns University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Saint Johns University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 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 11-to-1, Saint Johns University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Saint Johns University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 85% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 72% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing
  • Men online

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

88.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$49,842

Cost of attendance at Saint Johns University in 2022 for students from Minnesota.

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

Minnesota's average $11,262
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$49,842

Cost of attendance at Saint Johns 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.

Minnesota's average $16,133
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Saint Johns University received on average $34,884 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.

$34,884
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 95 23% $4,507 $428,183
Other Federal Grant 271 65% $2,723 $737,992
State Grant/Scholarships 123 30% $5,525 $679,585
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 413 100% $31,451 $12,989,363
Total Grant & Scholarships 413 100% $34,884 $14,406,940

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Saint Johns 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 Johns University students is 78.7%.

78.7%

  • asian 61.1% 11 students
  • African American 68.8% 11 students
  • white 80.7% 288 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 78.0% 32 students
  • International Students 58.3% 7 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Saint Johns 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 Johns 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

Veteran Services

  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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