St Catherine University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	800
Religious affiliation	Catholic
Student to faculty ratio	9 to 1
Acceptance rate	75%
Students retention rate	76%
On-time graduation rate	59%

Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, St Catherine University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

St Catherine 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 9-to-1, St Catherine University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

St Catherine 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 72% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
Women online
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

74.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$46,494

Cost of attendance at St Catherine 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

$46,494

Cost of attendance at St Catherine 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, 99 of freshman students at St Catherine University received on average $32,230 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.

$32,230

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	155	49%	$4,951	$767,448
Other Federal Grant	157	49%	$5,362	$841,806
State Grant/Scholarships	178	56%	$5,472	$974,088
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	315	99%	$26,466	$8,336,693
Total Grant & Scholarships	315	99%	$32,230	$10,152,587

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of St Catherine 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 St Catherine University students is 59.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 59.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 100.0%.

59.4%

asian 52.2% 35 students
African American 50.0% 20 students
white 66.1% 148 students
unknown 35.7% 5 students
hispanic 57.9% 22 students
International Students 40.0% 2 students
Mixed Race 52.9% 9 students

Sport Conferences

Basketball Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

St Catherine University provides the following additional services to its students

On-campus day care for students' children
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

St Catherine University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

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

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