College of Saint Benedict
The College of Saint Benedict is located on a scenic campus in St. Joseph, Minnesota. As a women's college closely linked with Saint John's University for men, students experience a unique coordinate system with shared academic resources and social opportunities. The Benedictine values foster a strong sense of community and service among students. This setup gives students access to a wide array of courses and facilities across both campuses.
Financial Aid & Net Price
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 19% of students receive Pell Grants and 63% take federal loans.
| Family Income | Avg Net Price/yr | 4-Year Net Cost | Net-Price ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $14,326 | $57,304 | 8.2x |
| $30K – $48K | $15,818 | $63,272 | 7.4x |
| $48K – $75K | $22,544 | $90,176 | 5.2x |
| $75K – $110K | $27,611 | $110,444 | 4.3x |
| $110K+ | $32,617 | $130,468 | 3.6x |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $53,884 | $215,536 | 2.2x |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
All Programs at College of Saint Benedict
9 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Program | DW Score | Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration Compare across schools |
68 | $75,656/yr | High | 2.5x |
| Accounting and Related Services Compare across schools |
67 | $64,410/yr | Very High | 2.8x |
| Business Administration Compare across schools |
61 | $54,373/yr | High | 2.6x |
| Teacher Education Compare across schools |
45 | $43,466/yr | High | 1.1x |
| Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools |
37 | $45,702/yr | High | 2.0x |
| Psychology, General Compare across schools |
35 | $41,029/yr | High | 1.5x |
| Political Science and Government Compare across schools |
35 | $35,104/yr | Very High | 0.6x |
| Biology, General Compare across schools |
31 | $35,800/yr | High | 1.8x |
| Nutrition Sciences Compare across schools |
18 | $28,402/yr | High | 1.7x |