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The College of Saint Scholastica

Duluth, Minnesota 55811-4199

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Health sciencesTight-knitUrbanGreek life

Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

The College of Saint Scholastica is a private institution in Duluth with particular strength in health sciences and biology. With an average SAT of 1190, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.7K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

63% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,934 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,949.

Established
1912
Motto
Omnes Semitae Eius Pacificae
Mascot
Storm the Saint Bernard
Type
Private college
Conference
Minnesota

Plan Your Visit

94%Acceptance
1190SAT Avg
1,725Students
10:1Student:Faculty
63%Grad Rate
$65,934Earnings 10yr
$23,949Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate93.8%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 25
2127

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

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$40,454
Room & Board$11,380
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$53,069
Average Net Price$23,949
Median Debt at Graduation$20,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$212

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,932
$30–48K$17,452
$48–75K$18,824
$75–110K$25,155
$110K+$29,389

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

49.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

2.4%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,125

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

12

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (77)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

78%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads
1,725
Gender Split
66% / 34%
Women / Men
First Generation
28%
Pell Grant Recipients
23%

Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Black 5%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate63.0%
Freshman Retention77.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$62,332
10 Years$65,934

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#259
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#159
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • In 1892, Mother Scholastica Kerst and 28 sisters arrived from St.
  • Duluth's rapid expansion led to another move in 1909 to its present location.
  • " The school expanded its course offerings in 1912 to include a junior college and changed its name to its current moniker, the College of St.
  • The college started with only six students and 52 courses offered in eight departments in its first year.
  • In 1924, the college became a four-year liberal arts institute with an enrollment of 68.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

105Above Average

Estimated from MN state average + city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Minneapolispop. 430K
139 mi(241 min)
Milwaukeepop. 570K
332 mi(575 min)
Chicagopop. 2.7M
406 mi(704 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MSP Minneapolis-St Paul144 mi
MKE Milwaukee337 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare393 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1077 mi · ~31h 7m drive
New York, NY994 mi · ~28h 43m drive
Hartford, CT1019 mi · ~29h 26m drive
Providence, RI1076 mi · ~31h 5m drive
Albany, NY943 mi · ~27h 15m drive
Syracuse, NY821 mi · ~23h 43m drive
Rochester, NY751 mi · ~21h 42m drive
Buffalo, NY701 mi · ~20h 15m drive
Philadelphia, PA971 mi · ~28h 3m drive
Pittsburgh, PA748 mi · ~21h 37m drive
Harrisburg, PA884 mi · ~25h 32m drive
Newark, NJ985 mi · ~28h 27m drive
Washington, DC936 mi · ~27h 2m drive
Baltimore, MD937 mi · ~27h 4m drive
Atlanta, GA989 mi · ~28h 34m drive
Charlotte, NC991 mi · ~28h 38m drive
Raleigh, NC1032 mi · ~29h 49m drive
Miami, FL1595 mi · ~46h 5m drive
Orlando, FL1389 mi · ~40h 8m drive
Tampa, FL1404 mi · ~40h 34m drive
Nashville, TN785 mi · ~22h 41m drive
New Orleans, LA1170 mi · ~33h 48m drive
Richmond, VA985 mi · ~28h 27m drive
Chicago, IL406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Detroit, MI542 mi · ~15h 39m drive
Minneapolis, MN139 mi · ~4h 1m drive
St. Louis, MO574 mi · ~16h 35m drive
Kansas City, MO548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Indianapolis, IN571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Columbus, OH658 mi · ~19h 1m drive
Cleveland, OH633 mi · ~18h 17m drive
Milwaukee, WI332 mi · ~9h 35m drive
Dallas, TX1001 mi · ~28h 55m drive
Houston, TX1191 mi · ~34h 24m drive
Austin, TX1183 mi · ~34h 11m drive
San Antonio, TX1250 mi · ~36h 7m drive
Los Angeles, CA1621 mi · ~46h 50m drive
San Francisco, CA1658 mi · ~47h 54m drive
San Diego, CA1637 mi · ~47h 17m drive
Seattle, WA1411 mi · ~40h 46m drive
Portland, OR1456 mi · ~42h 4m drive
Denver, CO810 mi · ~23h 24m drive
Phoenix, AZ1395 mi · ~40h 18m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1068 mi · ~30h 51m drive
Honolulu, HI4022 mi · ~116h 11m drive
Northern (cold winters, cool summers)

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