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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Duluth, MN

The College of Saint Scholastica

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$40,454

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

93.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

65.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$65,934

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

The College of Saint Scholastica is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Duluth, MN. With a competitive tuition profile of $40,454, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 65.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

ACT Score Range

Composite21 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

93.8%

Transfer-Out Rate23.9%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$161,816

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$35,934

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$197,524

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$556,864

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at The College of Saint Scholastica is $20,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.7%
34.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
74.7%
Black
4.5%
Two or more
4.4%
Hispanic
4.3%
Unknown
4.2%
International
4.1%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$40,454

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,932
$30k - $48k$17,452
$48k - $75k$18,824
$75k+$25,155

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$20,000
Pell Grant Recipients23.2%
Using Federal Loans51.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment71.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

77.9%

Success

65.0%

In-State Cost

$40,454

Age 25+ Students

19.1%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

1,234 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Duluth (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Duluth (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Duluth

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$762

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$868

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,113

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Duluth metropolitan area.