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About Saint Johns University

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Saint Johns University is a private liberal arts college in Collegeville, MN, known for its liberal arts college, benedictine catholic mission, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 86%, SJU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 383 students each year. SJU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 915–1185, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. SJU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $39,082 per year; the sticker price of $64,334 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Saint Johns University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

86%
Overall Accept Rate
1050
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 915 – 1185 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Saint Johns University

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Essay Strategy
Saint John's University is rooted in Benedictine values like community, hospitality, and a love of learning. When writing your essays, connect your own experiences or goals to at least one of these values to show you have researched the school's identity beyond its location.
Application Strategy
Saint John's University operates in close coordination with the College of Saint Benedict, meaning you will share classes, activities, and campus life with CSB students. Reference this unique coordinate college structure in your application to show you understand and are excited about the distinctive community it creates.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Saint Johns University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$64k/yr$10.4k
30k-48k~$64k/yr$9.7k
48k-75k~$64k/yr$16.2k
75k-110k~$64k/yr$22.9k
110k+~$64k/yr$32.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

76%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$60k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,606
Undergrad Enrollment
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