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St Catherine University

Saint Paul, MN · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

St Catherine University campus
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Admission rate
92%
Open
Average net price
$19,090
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
67%
Median earnings
$64,729
10 years after enrolling

Summary

St Catherine University is a private nonprofit college in Saint Paul, MN with 2,473 undergraduates. It admits 92% of applicants, and admitted students average 1147 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $19,090 per year ($15,297 for families earning under $30,000). 67% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $64,729 ten years after enrolling.

Women's collegeprivate nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
92%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,703
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,602
Fall 2023
Yield
24%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing480–560
200800
SAT Math370–580
200800
ACT Composite20–26
136

What St Catherine University looks at

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

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

Cost

Cost of attendance
$62,306
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$53,214

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$15,297
  • $30–48k$13,364
  • $48–75k$17,200
  • $75–110k$19,369
  • $110k+$26,649

Get a personal estimate with St Catherine University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
67%
Freshman retention
80%
Median earnings
$64,729
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,501
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,473
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
46%
  • White47%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black18%
  • Asian12%

St Catherine University FAQ

What is St Catherine University's acceptance rate?+

St Catherine University admits 92% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for St Catherine University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 480–560 on SAT Reading and Writing and 370–580 on SAT Math; the average total is 1147.

What ACT score do you need for St Catherine University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 20–26.

Is St Catherine University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to St Catherine University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,703 students applied to St Catherine University and 1,602 were admitted; 377 enrolled.

Does St Catherine University consider legacy status?+

Yes. St Catherine University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does St Catherine University require an essay?+

St Catherine University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does St Catherine University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $62,306 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,090.

What is St Catherine University's graduation rate?+

67% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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