Saint Anselm College
About Saint Anselm College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Saint Anselm College is a private Benedictine Catholic college in Manchester, New Hampshire. It offers programs in nursing, business, criminal justice, and political science, with an 85% graduation rate and a campus known for hosting presidential primary debates.
Founded
1889
Location
Manchester, New Hampshire
Students
2,104
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
78.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
80%
Above national average
Tuition
$48,920
Per year
Avg Net Price
$34,779
After financial aid
SAT Average
1201
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$73,371
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Feb 1
Saint Anselm College accepts the majority of applicants at 78.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1201/ 1600
ACT Scores
27/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
80% complete their degree within six years
Retention
88.1%
4-Year Grad
73%
6-Year Grad
77%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
65.8%
$/Student
$13.9K
Class Size
Medium
73% graduate in 4 years, and 88.1% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$48,920
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,020
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$67,213
After Financial Aid
$34,779
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$25,143
Receive Grants
11.4%
Take Loans
68.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $67,213/yr, including $17,020 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $34,779.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Saint Anselm College fund their education.
While in School
11.4%
Get Grants
Free money
68.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$123,136
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $73K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Saint Anselm College.
Gender
59.4%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,087
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
17
Graduates
13.1%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
2,087
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Saint Anselm College fields 13 varsity teams with 817 student athletes, about 39% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Northeast 10
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
817
39% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
467
Men
350
Women
8
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Saint Anselm Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$73,371
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$80K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$60K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminology
$47K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$63K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$39K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $63K at six years, $56K at eight, and $73K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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