Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
91.36%
SAT Average
1,185
ACT Range
21-27
College of Saint Benedict Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 91.36%. This means approximately 914 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,392 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
91.36%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $53,884 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $53,884 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $66,878 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $28,065 | State avg: $17,382. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.71% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.13% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does College of Saint Benedict Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$53,884
Room and board
$12,160
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$66,878
Average net price
$28,065
Average aid coverage
58%
$38,813 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at College of Saint Benedict pays approximately $28,065 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Minnesota average of $17,382 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is College of Saint Benedict?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Minnesota and national averages.
College of Saint Benedict net price
$28,065
Minnesota average
$17,382
National average
$17,506
College of Saint Benedict Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $53,884 and average net price at $28,065. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$53,884
Current net price
$28,065
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
83.04%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,260
Undergraduates
1,392
10-Year Median Earnings - College of Saint Benedict vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
College of Saint Benedict graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends College of Saint Benedict?
Undergraduates
1,392
Completion rate
83.04%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.71%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.13%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.71% of College of Saint Benedict students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.13% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at College of Saint Benedict
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use College of Saint Benedict's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
College of Saint Benedict lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
College of Saint Benedict is listed at 37 S. College Ave., Saint Joseph, MN 56374. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare College of Saint Benedict with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Saint Benedict | 91.36% | $53,884 | $28,065 | $63,260 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science | 38.71% | $3,257 | Not available | $79,652 |
| Saint Johns University | 90.48% | $53,942 | $27,018 | $76,786 |
| Carleton College | 22.28% | $65,457 | $27,320 | $75,525 |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | 71.83% | $14,400 | $12,785 | $69,020 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College of Saint Benedict's acceptance rate?
College of Saint Benedict's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 91.36%.
How much is College of Saint Benedict tuition?
College of Saint Benedict's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $53,884.
What is College of Saint Benedict's average net price?
College of Saint Benedict's average net price in the local dataset is $28,065.
What does College of Saint Benedict cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,326 for College of Saint Benedict students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is College of Saint Benedict's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,260 for College of Saint Benedict.
Is College of Saint Benedict accredited?
College of Saint Benedict's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend College of Saint Benedict?
The local dataset lists 1,392 undergraduate students at College of Saint Benedict.
What percentage of College of Saint Benedict students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for College of Saint Benedict in the local dataset is 18.71%.
What is the federal loan rate at College of Saint Benedict?
The federal loan rate for College of Saint Benedict in the local dataset is 63.13%.
Where should I verify College of Saint Benedict data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with College of Saint Benedict or the latest official federal education data.