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College of Saint Benedict, located in St. Joseph, Minnesota, is also known as CSB, and works in partnership with Saint John’s University, also known as SJU. Both institutions share the same academic programs. CSB offers a variety of degrees and programs in areas of study such as social science, business, natural sciences, technology, life science, and social work.
The sports teams of the college, known as the Blazers, are members of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The college's teams participate in sports including golf, cross country, basketball, volleyball, ice hockey, swimming, tennis, and track and field. “The Record” became CSB’s official newspaper in 2000. Notable alumni of the college include Mike McCarthy, a businessman; Jon Hassler, novelist; and many others.
College Of Saint Benedict can be found in Saint Joseph, MN (a small suburb). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Roman Catholic school. College Of Saint Benedict is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at College Of Saint Benedict are in science, art studies, and therapy and counseling.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 505 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at College Of Saint Benedict centered around 540 to 660, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way College Of Saint Benedict works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at the school are well-paid.
In 2007, 2,086 students were enrolled in College Of Saint Benedict. A very high share of students at the school are female.
College Of Saint Benedict has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. College Of Saint Benedict student athletes compete in Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
College Of Saint Benedict
37 S. College Ave.
Saint Joseph, MN 56374
General Phone: (320) 363-5011
http://www.csbsju.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 153 | speech and rhetoric, English, political science, sociology, liberal arts and sciences, Spanish language, social services, peace and conflict resolution, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 60 | psychology |
| Science | 60 | biology, biological and physical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, physics courses |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 45 | registered nursing |
| Business And Management | 37 | business management, accounting |
| Education And Teaching | 25 | elementary school teaching |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 18 | dietetics and clinical nutrition, nutrition sciences |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies |
| Family And Social Work | 7 | social work |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Religion And Philosophy | 5 | theology, philosophy |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 4 | environmental studies |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 0 | computer science |
| Fine Arts | 0 | art history and criticism |
Number of programs and degrees for College Of Saint Benedict in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 440 | 40 |
In 2007, College Of Saint Benedict had a total enrollment of 2,086 students (2,065 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 48% |
| 20-21 | 45% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 82% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| South Dakota | 2% |
| North Dakota | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| California | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
College Of Saint Benedict offers campus housing for 1,528 of its 2,065 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Joseph, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,544 | 1,261 | 82% | 537 | 43% |
| Women | 1,544 | 1,261 | 82% | 537 | 43% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 505 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 660 |
| ACT Verbal | 23 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 23 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 10% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 98% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 26,570 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,570 |
| Room and board | $ 7,430 |
| Room charge | $ 3,678 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,752 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
College Of Saint Benedict participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 234100)
College Of Saint Benedict has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 60 | 33 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 14 | 15 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 15 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 30 | $79,551 | 16 | $78,234 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 33 | $62,985 | 18 | $62,702 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $49,699 | 18 | $54,355 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $49,373 | 11 | $51,961 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 84 | $65,568 | 63 | $62,386 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other
Nutrition Sciences
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
Physics, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets College Of Saint Benedict Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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