College of Saint Benedict

7/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Saint Joseph, MN
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#6 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

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Overview

Total enrollment

1,429

Location Saint Joseph, Minnesota
Website csbsju.edu
Type Private 4 Year
Setting Small Suburban
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic

Best Colleges Rank

#308

Size Small
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad

The College of Saint Benedict, located in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, approximately 75 miles northwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul, is a private Catholic women's liberal arts institution operating in partnership with nearby Saint John's University for men. Established in 1913 by Benedictine sisters, the 315-acre campus features a mix of historic brick buildings and modern facilities situated among woodland and lakes. While maintaining separate campuses and residence halls, students from both institutions share academic programs, facilities, and transportation systems, creating a unique coordinate relationship that provides access to resources of both schools. The college is known for its strong programs in nursing, business, education, and liberal arts, with all students residing on campus for their first two years. The campus operates within the Benedictine tradition, incorporating both academic and spiritual development into its educational framework.

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Ratings

Saint Benedict is rated within the top 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10.

Overall Rating

7 out of 10
Academics

5 out of 10
Resources

8 out of 10
Outcomes

8 out of 10
Value

8 out of 10

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Rankings

Rankings for College of Saint Benedict within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Moderate

SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1048/1233
ACT (enrolled mid-50) 20/27
GPA 3.72

Acceptance Rate

91.5%

Applications Due -
Enrollment Rate 21.6%
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$55,756

Costs for College of Saint Benedict
Fee		Cost
Tuition		$55,756
Books and Supplies		$1,000
Other Fees		$1,216
Room and Board		$12,550
Budget for Other Expenses		$1,900
Total One Year Cost		$72,422

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$53,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

81% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at College of Saint Benedict are English and Literature, Business, and Psychology. 16% of students major in English and Literature, 12% in Business, and 11% in Psychology.