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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Austin, TX

Saint Edward's University

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

Annual Tuition

$51,384

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

83.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

64.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$58,826

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Saint Edward's University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Austin, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $51,384, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 64.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing530 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math500 – 595
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite20 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

83.7%

Transfer-Out Rate21.1%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$205,536

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$28,826

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$82,724

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$370,984

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 Saint Edward's University is $24,803.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
59.8%
40.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
55.3%
White
28.4%
International
6.6%
Black
3.2%
Two or more
2.6%
Asian
2.4%
Unknown
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

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

$51,384

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$18,740
$30k - $48k$20,775
$48k - $75k$22,064
$75k+$26,084

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,803
Pell Grant Recipients39.5%
Using Federal Loans48.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment62.8%

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

78.0%

Success

64.6%

In-State Cost

$51,384

Age 25+ Students

6.7%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,107 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Austin (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 Austin

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$727

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$821

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$922

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 Austin metropolitan area.