About St Catherine University

Founded in 1905, St Catherine University. is a Private college. Located in Minnesota, which is a city setting in Minnesota, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 3,176 full time undergraduate students, and 1,610 full time graduate students.

The St Catherine University Academic calendar runs on a Four-one-four plan basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 288 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at St Catherine University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate90%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range975-1180
ACT Range19-25

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,25% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 19 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

91% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 63% were in the top quarter, and 26% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at St Catherine University.

4%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
46%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
25%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
28%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
28%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
72%
“I feel extremely safe”
29%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
57%
“We bought the gear”
14%
“We live for the big game”
3%
“It”s not really our thing”
10%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
59%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
28%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
41%
“They keep regular office hours”
55%
“They”re always available”
31%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
52%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
17%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
10%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
69%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
17%
“We only party on weekends”
3%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
24%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
72%
“There might be people who do”
3%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
4%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
46%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
25%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
28%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
28%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
72%
“I feel extremely safe”
29%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
57%
“We bought the gear”
14%
“We live for the big game”
3%
“It”s not really our thing”
10%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
59%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
28%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
41%
“They keep regular office hours”
55%
“They”re always available”
31%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
52%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
17%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
10%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
69%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
17%
“We only party on weekends”
3%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
24%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
72%
“There might be people who do”
3%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    77 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    58 Students rated off-campus housing 3.4 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    93 Students rated campus food 3.4 stars. 18 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    97 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    97 Students rated class size 4.8 stars. 85 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    97 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    97 Students rated local services 4.2 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    97 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 42 % gave the school a 5.0.

St Catherine University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of St Catherine University?

32 Students rated St Catherine University

Bailey - 01/05/2025

I like the school, but I wish it weren't so expensive. I love the atmosphere of the place; the ability to walk around campus is nice, and the classes you can talk to are actually useful or helpful to know. But I feel like I have to spend so much money just to be comfortable there. I really hate it.

Itzel - 02/01/2024

It is a great university that focuses on women's empowerment since it is a girls-only school. It is a smaller campus with small class sizes which I love because then you get to know your teachers and classmates more. The campus has a safe feeling and everyone that attends this school is so friendly and open to everyone. I haven't had a bad interaction with any student or teacher which I think speaks a lot about the school and its values.

Skye - 04/08/2020

I think St. Catherine is a lovely school. It is a very empowering community for women. They really encourage and promote women's education and success. There is so many clubs to get involved in, they are fun festive nights that they host. Every year they have a mini carnival that all students are able to participate in. They have a really great education system, the professors really supportive and are there to help you in your journey!

Samia - 03/12/2020

I absolutely love St Catherine University. I am high school senior and plan to attend next fall. I feel welcome and accepted and everyone is so kind and smart. I always have the best conversations with the girls there and I cannot wait until I am actually a student there.

St Catherine University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at St Catherine University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for St Catherine University is 90%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Look at more schools with Sign Language/Interpreting Major and that offer volleyball, just to give more of a selection. You can always go back to a vocational school after you get a degree.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I hate the parking. I am a firm believer that if I pay for my education, the parking should be free, plus the only student lot is outside, and on the opposit end of campus then all the academic buildings.

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  4. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A student in pursuit of full graduation credit from Saint Catherine University (St. Kate's) should identify themselves as female, since it is an woman's university. Males are allowed to enroll and graduate, but only with special circumstances. The students of St. Kate's should be commited to her/his studies and have an open mind. Those who enroll should participate in life to their full ability and posess a helpful, determined nature. Before arriving at St. Kate's one should have an idea of their purpose in life, or be willing to find it, no matter the field.

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  5. Describe the students at your school.

    Students are here to learn, and are acedemically focused. They are focused more on school and go else where for social life, not on campus.

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  6. What's unique about your campus?

    It is great not feeling awkward with different mindsets between men and women, here we are all women and can understand each other more easily.

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  7. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I have known about the finicial aid.

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  8. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Based on a individual preference, students who shouldn’t consider attending St. Catherine university, are student who learn better in larger class size and enjoy the Wide variety of majors and courses. Our school isn’t a good fit for students who enjoy the greater social activities, and the diversity of the student population. However, even if our university isn’t fit for that individual , a person personality, interests, and choices will make their college experience different from anyone else’s.

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  9. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    A piece of hevean filled with diversity

    Read all 16 answers

  10. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    College of St. Catherine is known for its Nursing major.

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  11. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school is women empowerment focused, which allows for the students to become connected with their peers as well as the staff.

    Read all 15 answers

  12. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    My school is so friendly. Students, professors, and staff all go out of their way to acknowledge you. The school also provides many resources for students to use to help them succeed and do good in school. Teachers want you to do good in their classes and provide help for you if needed.

    Read all 15 answers

  13. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    There is no parking lot and you have to park along the road and walk a long ways to get to the school. The food is a small area with sandwiches and pizza.

    Read all 10 answers

  14. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Great school, great staff, comfortable community but yet is in an urban area with all the amenities available.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

96%

female

4%

male

3,176

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1,610

Total Grad Students

17%

Out-Of-State

82%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

60

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

1

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

17%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
11%
% Black or African-American
10%
% Hispanic/Latino
7%
% White or Caucasian
61%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending St Catherine University receive some sort of financial aid. 42% were awarded federal grants.76%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$31,622

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,000

Books and Supplies

$9,010

Room and Board

41,632

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$18,958
$30 - $48K
$17,931
$48 - $75K
$20,704
$75 - $110K
$24,282
$110K & UP
$26,097

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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