College of Saint Benedict
Saint Joseph, Minnesota · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$26,640
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
77.1%
Admission rate
92%
Undergrad size
1,370
In-state tuition
$55,756
Out-of-state tuition
$55,756
Cost of attendance
$68,453
Median earnings (10y)
$63,260
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,151
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 86.3%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (25%), humanities & arts (22%), stem (22%).
- STEM22%
- Health17%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts22%
- Social sciences25%
- Health professions17.2%~235 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Biological sciences16.6%~227 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business13.9%~191 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education8.6%~118 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology8.6%~118 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences7.7%~105 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication5.3%~73 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~65 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English3.5%~49 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science1.2%~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~8 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology0.6%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.6%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
26 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 109 | $65,506 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 96 | $34,176 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 91 | $26,557 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 69 | $39,234 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 62 | $41,526 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 51 | $49,618 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 38 | $39,024 | $27,000 |
| Natural Sciences. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Nutrition Sciences. | Bachelor's | 30 | $29,764 | $26,572 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 25 | $42,025 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 23 | $57,133 | $26,925 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 21 | $26,663 | $27,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | $23,307 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | — | $40,713 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About College of Saint Benedict
College of Saint Benedict is a mid-sized institution located in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,370 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Biological sciences, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at College of Saint Benedict — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $26,640 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $55,756 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $68,453 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 77.1%, a strong completion outcome. 86.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $63,260 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
College of Saint Benedict confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Biological sciences, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (25% of credentials), humanities & arts (22% of credentials), stem (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
College of Saint Benedict accepts 92% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,151. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Saint Joseph, Minnesota (suburb), College of Saint Benedict draws students from across Minnesota and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about College of Saint Benedict
Q.How much does College of Saint Benedict cost?
The average net price at College of Saint Benedict is $26,640 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $68,453.
Q.What is the graduation rate at College of Saint Benedict?
College of Saint Benedict has a 6-year graduation rate of 77.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into College of Saint Benedict?
College of Saint Benedict admits 92% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do College of Saint Benedict graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median College of Saint Benedict graduate earns $63,260 per year.
Q.What is tuition at College of Saint Benedict?
Published tuition is $55,756 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is College of Saint Benedict located?
College of Saint Benedict is located in Saint Joseph, Minnesota (ZIP 56374).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with College of Saint Benedict at their official website.