PrivateSuburbanCollege of Saint Benedict
Saint Benedict
Saint Joseph, Minnesota 56374
Campus Vibe
Known for biology — close-knit campus
College of Saint Benedict is a private institution in Saint Joseph with particular strength in biology and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1185, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
83% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,260 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $28,065.
Campus Visits
Plan Your Visit
News & Alerts
College of Saint Benedict Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1185
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions Intel
Acceptance Rate
91.4%
Trend
SAT Avg
1185
Yield Rate
35.0%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
36.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$23,250
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (36)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
88%
- •88% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History College of Saint Benedict Tennis courts, 1918 The College of Saint Benedict opened in 1913, with six students enrolled, and grew out of St.
- •The Benedictine community incorporated CSB in 1961.
- •It was founded in 1857 by the Benedictine monks of Saint John's Abbey, having emigrated from the Kingdom of Bavaria, under the patronage of King Ludwig II.
- •Minnesota Public Radio began on January 22, 1967, when KSJR signed on from the campus of Saint John's University.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Transit Scores
Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
Nearby Hotels
Airport Transit
Schools Like This
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN · Urban · Private
The College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN · Urban · Private
University of Northwestern-St Paul
Saint Paul, MN · Suburban · Private
Saint Johns University
Collegeville, MN · Rural · Private