Known for biology — close-knit campus
College of Saint Benedict is a private institution in Saint Joseph with particular strength in biology and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1185, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
83% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,260 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $28,065.
Established
1913
Motto
Sic Luceat Lux Vestra
Type
Private women's liberal arts college
Division
Division III
91%Acceptance
1185SAT Avg
1,392Students
11:1Student:Faculty
83%Grad Rate
$63,260Earnings 10yr
$28,065Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate91.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1185
Reading & WritingMid: 595
470610
MathMid: 570
480610
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 24
2127
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$53,884
Room & Board$12,160
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$66,878
Average Net Price$28,065
Median Debt at Graduation$26,944
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$14,326
$30–48K$15,818
$48–75K$22,544
$75–110K$27,611
$110K+$32,617
Programs (36)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,392
Gender Split
100% / 0%
Women / Men
First Generation
21%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%
Race & Ethnicity
White 79%
Black 3%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 3%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate83.0%
Freshman Retention88.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$54,567
8 Years$60,025
10 Years$63,260
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Source: Wikipedia