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| Location | Collegeville, Minnesota |
| Online | csbsju.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in central Minnesota approximately 80 miles northwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Saint John's University is a private Benedictine liberal arts institution situated on 2,700 acres of woodland, lakes, and prairie. The campus features distinctive Bauhaus-influenced architecture, including the notable Marcel Breuer-designed Abbey Church, completed in 1961. The university, established in 1857 by Benedictine monks, operates in partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, a women's college located six miles away, allowing students from both institutions to share academic programs, facilities, and transportation services. While maintaining strong programs across the liberal arts, Saint John's is particularly recognized for its School of Theology and Seminary, environmental studies, and music programs. The university provides traditional residential housing for its all-male student population, with most students living in campus residence halls or apartments throughout their academic career.
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Saint John's is rated within the top 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Saint Johns University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#275 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#203 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Minnesota
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Minnesota
#242 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Minnesota
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1145/1280 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.51 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,242 |
| Room and Board | $12,130 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $68,572 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Social Sciences | 16% |
| Biology | 11% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174792 IPEDS survey data for Saint Johns University.
Current students may use the Saint Johns University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025