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University of Saint Katherine

San Marcos, California 92069

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Known for business — close-knit campus

University of Saint Katherine is a private institution in San Marcos with particular strength in business and health sciences.

A small campus of 230 undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

43% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $33,072.

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Private college
Conference
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46%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
230Students
14:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
$33,072Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Saint Katherine Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate46.3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

46.3%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$28,800
Books & Supplies$938
Total Cost of Attendance$48,604
Average Net Price$33,072
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$33,159
$30–48K$31,771
$48–75K$29,285
$75–110K$32,995
$110K+$35,419

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

50.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (16)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

58%

Negative
  • •58% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
230
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 25%
Black 7%
Hispanic 47%
Asian 5%
Two+ 8%
Int'l 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate43.5%
Freshman Retention57.6%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The University of Saint Katherine (USK) was founded by Frank J.
  • •Papatheofanis and incorporated on June 30, 2010, as a California not-for-profit public benefit corporation.
  • •The California Bureau for Private and Post-Secondary Education (BPPE) approved the institution for operations in 2011.
  • •It was originally located in Encinitas, California from 2010 to 2014, and moved to San Marcos, California in August 2014.
  • •It was accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges in 2016.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SAN San Diego28 mi
LAX Los Angeles91 mi
LAS Las Vegas233 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2565 mi · ~74h 6m drive
New York, NY2415 mi · ~69h 46m drive
Hartford, CT2483 mi · ~71h 44m drive
Providence, RI2548 mi · ~73h 37m drive
Albany, NY2427 mi · ~70h 7m drive
Syracuse, NY2307 mi · ~66h 39m drive
Rochester, NY2234 mi · ~64h 32m drive
Buffalo, NY2169 mi · ~62h 40m drive
Philadelphia, PA2356 mi · ~68h 4m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2101 mi · ~60h 42m drive
Harrisburg, PA2264 mi · ~65h 24m drive
Newark, NJ2406 mi · ~69h 30m drive
Washington, DC2259 mi · ~65h 16m drive
Baltimore, MD2281 mi · ~65h 54m drive
Atlanta, GA1882 mi · ~54h 22m drive
Charlotte, NC2069 mi · ~59h 46m drive
Raleigh, NC2188 mi · ~63h 13m drive
Miami, FL2270 mi · ~65h 35m drive
Orlando, FL2136 mi · ~61h 42m drive
Tampa, FL2086 mi · ~60h 16m drive
Nashville, TN1732 mi · ~50h 2m drive
New Orleans, LA1606 mi · ~46h 24m drive
Richmond, VA2243 mi · ~64h 48m drive
Chicago, IL1717 mi · ~49h 36m drive
Detroit, MI1954 mi · ~56h 27m drive
Minneapolis, MN1512 mi · ~43h 41m drive
St. Louis, MO1550 mi · ~44h 47m drive
Kansas City, MO1322 mi · ~38h 11m drive
Indianapolis, IN1773 mi · ~51h 13m drive
Columbus, OH1941 mi · ~56h 4m drive
Cleveland, OH2017 mi · ~58h 16m drive
Milwaukee, WI1720 mi · ~49h 41m drive
Dallas, TX1179 mi · ~34h 4m drive
Houston, TX1303 mi · ~37h 39m drive
Austin, TX1157 mi · ~33h 25m drive
San Antonio, TX1130 mi · ~32h 39m drive
Los Angeles, CA89 mi · ~2h 34m drive
San Francisco, CA436 mi · ~12h 36m drive
San Diego, CA29 mi · ~50 min drive
Seattle, WA1035 mi · ~29h 54m drive
Portland, OR904 mi · ~26h 7m drive
Denver, CO815 mi · ~23h 33m drive
Phoenix, AZ295 mi · ~8h 31m drive
Salt Lake City, UT601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
Honolulu, HI2612 mi · ~75h 27m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

San Diego (SAN)28 miles
Rental car
42 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
56 min$34-56
Los Angeles (LAX)91 miles
Rental car
137 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
182 min$109-182

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