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Saint Anselm College

Manchester, NH · Private nonprofit · Midsize suburb · Website

Admission rate
78%
Accessible
Average net price
$34,382
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
80%
Median earnings
$83,058
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Saint Anselm College is a private nonprofit college in Manchester, NH with 2,087 undergraduates. It admits 78% of applicants, and admitted students average 1201 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $34,382 per year ($24,676 for families earning under $30,000). 80% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $83,058 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
78%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,165
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,262
Fall 2023
Yield
18%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing570–658
200800
SAT Math540–620
200800
ACT Composite24–30
136

What Saint Anselm College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$69,237
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$50,580

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$24,676
  • $30–48k$22,366
  • $48–75k$22,088
  • $75–110k$30,360
  • $110k+$38,988

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
80%
Freshman retention
88%
Median earnings
$83,058
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,087
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
16%
  • White83%
  • Hispanic5%
  • Black2%
  • Asian1%

Saint Anselm College FAQ

What is Saint Anselm College's acceptance rate?+

Saint Anselm College admits 78% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Saint Anselm College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 570–658 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–620 on SAT Math; the average total is 1201.

What ACT score do you need for Saint Anselm College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 24–30.

Is Saint Anselm College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Saint Anselm College?+

In Fall 2023, 4,165 students applied to Saint Anselm College and 3,262 were admitted; 572 enrolled.

Does Saint Anselm College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Saint Anselm College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Saint Anselm College require an essay?+

Saint Anselm College reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Saint Anselm College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $69,237 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $34,382.

What is Saint Anselm College's graduation rate?+

80% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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