C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100

College of Saint Benedict

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Saint Joseph, Minnesota 56374
🌐 https://csbsju.edu/
Outcomes
A
88/100
Affordability
F
13/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
A+
93/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Quick Stats

1,451
Total Enrollment
83%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
91%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The College of Saint Benedict Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $337,239
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,008/mo — vs ~$664/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 56374 (4.7% cap, Saint Joseph)

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $52,700 $52,700
Room $5,980
Board $6,180
Total Cost (On-Campus) $68,544 $68,544

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
15%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,451
Total Students
100%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Hispanic 10%
Black 3%
Asian 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 97%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at College of Saint Benedict?
College of Saint Benedict has an acceptance rate of 91%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend College of Saint Benedict?
Tuition at College of Saint Benedict is $52,700 for in-state students and $52,700 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at College of Saint Benedict?
The graduation rate at College of Saint Benedict is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is College of Saint Benedict a good school?
College of Saint Benedict has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend College of Saint Benedict?
College of Saint Benedict has a total enrollment of 1,451 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for College of Saint Benedict — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →

🎓 Similar Colleges to College of Saint Benedict

Compare with other 4-Year private non-profit institutions of similar size.

C+
Concordia College at Moorhead
Moorhead, MN · 1,868 students
C+
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Minneapolis, MN · 824 students
C+
Northwestern Health Sciences University
Bloomington, MN · 1,032 students
C+
Bethany Lutheran College
Mankato, MN · 902 students
C+
Martin Luther College
New Ulm, MN · 860 students
C+
Gustavus Adolphus College
Saint Peter, MN · 1,952 students

Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology