St Catherine University
About St Catherine University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
St. Catherine University is a private Catholic women's university in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the largest private women's university in the nation. It offers programs in nursing, public health, social work, and the sciences, with strong health professions outcomes.
Founded
1905
Location
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Students
3,626
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
91.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
61.3%
Near national average
Tuition
$51,454
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,764
After financial aid
SAT Average
1147
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$59,282
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
St Catherine University accepts the majority of applicants at 91.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1147/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
61.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
80.3%
4-Year Grad
47%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
53.1%
$/Student
$12.4K
Class Size
Small
While 47% finish in 4 years, 80.3% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$51,454
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,188
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$60,476
After Financial Aid
$19,764
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,890
Receive Grants
40.1%
Take Loans
58.9%
Don't let the $51,454 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $19,764 after financial aid, a 62% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $17,890.
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 St Catherine University fund their education.
While in School
40.1%
Get Grants
Free money
58.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$41,238
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,181
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$256/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,181 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends St Catherine University.
Gender
95.8%
Female
4%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,473
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,153
Graduates
28.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
31.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 96% of the student body. 28.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,473
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
St Catherine University fields 9 varsity teams with 184 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Minnesota
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
184
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
0% / 100%
0
Men
184
Women
0
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of St Catherine Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,282
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
163 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$72K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Health
$42K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$44K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$54K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $53K six years out, growing to $59K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.