The College of Saint Scholastica
About The College of Saint Scholastica
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The College of Saint Scholastica is a private Catholic college in Duluth, Minnesota, on a hilltop overlooking Lake Superior. It offers programs in nursing, social work, business, and health informatics, with a Benedictine heritage and strong health sciences focus.
Founded
1912
Location
Duluth, Minnesota
Students
2,885
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
93%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
70.5%
Near national average
Tuition
$41,778
Per year
Avg Net Price
$27,846
After financial aid
SAT Average
1120
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$65,934
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
May 1
The College of Saint Scholastica accepts the majority of applicants at 93%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1120/ 1600
Average: 1120 out of 1600
ACT Scores
25/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
70.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
81.8%
4-Year Grad
60%
6-Year Grad
65%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
51%
$/Student
$9.7K
Class Size
Small
While 60% finish in 4 years, 81.8% 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
$41,778
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,830
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$55,103
After Financial Aid
$27,846
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,433
Receive Grants
24.8%
Take Loans
53.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $55,103/yr, including $11,830 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $27,846.
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 The College of Saint Scholastica fund their education.
While in School
24.8%
Get Grants
Free money
53.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$58,385
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$212/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $20,000 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 The College of Saint Scholastica.
Gender
65.2%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,765
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,120
Graduates
28.5%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
19.2%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 28.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,765
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
The College of Saint Scholastica fields 13 varsity teams with 524 student athletes, about 30% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Minnesota
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
524
30% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
311
Men
213
Women
11
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 The College of Saint Scholasticaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$65,934
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
304 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$28K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$45K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
$74K
34 grads
4yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $62K at six years, $53K at eight, and $66K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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