St. Catherine University

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St. Catherine University
Office of Admission
2004 Randolph Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105

Phone: 651-690-8850
Toll-free: 800-656-5283
Fax: 651-690-8868
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Majors and Degrees Offered

 

Overview

At St. Catherine University, we integrate the liberal arts into our curriculum — so, you’re not just conducting a science experiment or learning Plato’s philosophy. You’re learning how to analyze complex situations with clarity and compassion, and to collaborate with all kinds of people. Our mission is to educate students to lead and influence.

St. Kate’s has the largest baccalaureate college for women in the nation, a comprehensive lineup of healthcare programs, and an array of nationally and regionally known graduate and associate programs for women and men — including a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and an ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science.

Our rigorous courses offer a free-flowing exchange of ideas, perspectives and life stories, as well as fieldwork, internship and faculty-student research opportunities.

St. Catherine University at a Glance

Enrollment

  • Undergraduate: 2,548 students (2,086 traditional/day; 462 evening, weekend, online); 916 women and men in associate degrees and certificates
  • Graduate: 1,412

Academic

  • Student/faculty ratio: 12:1
  • Average class size: 19 (day)
  • Number undergraduate majors: 63

Racial/ethnic distribution

  • 76% White, 9% Black, 4% Hispanic, 9% Asian, 2% Multiracial, <1% American Indian/Alaska Native,<1% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

First-year student profile

  • Average ACT score: The middle 50% of enrolled students had ACT composite scores between 22 and 26. 95% of students presented the ACT as part of their applications.
  • Average SAT score: Middle 50% ranges for SAT Math: 493-680, SAT Reading: 515-708. 3% of students submitted the SAT as part of their applications.
  • High school GPA: 3.40
  • Percentage from Minnesota: 81%
  • Percentage who live on campus: 75%

Cost

  • 2013-14 undergraduate tuition and fees: $34,744
  • Room and board: $8,568
  • Percentage first-time undergraduates receiving financial-aid: 90%

Religious affiliation

  • Catholic

Academics

Degrees offered

Associate of Applied Science, Associate of Science, Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Library and Information Science, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Master of Social Work, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Doctor of Nursing Practice

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5 largest majors

Biology, Business, Education, Nursing, Social Work

Faculty

292 full-time, 168 part-time; 82% of full-time faculty members hold the doctorate or highest degree in their field

Student/faculty ratio

12:1

Average class size

19 (day); 14 (evening/weekend); 21 (associate)

Accreditation & approval

Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, American Chemical Society, Center for Interior Design Accreditation, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics, Education of the American Dietetic Association, American Montessori Society, Commission for the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, Commission on Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education, Commission on Accreditation of Ophthalmic Medical Programs, Committee on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Management Education, Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology, Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Minnesota Board of Nursing, National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Council on Social Work Education and the National League for Nursing

Pre-professional programs

Air Force (ROTC), dentistry, engineering, law, medicine, occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant studies and veterinary medicine

Teaching licensure programs

Elementary (K-6), Secondary (Grades 5-12), and K-12, with a required STEM certificate for all elementary education majors. Endorsements in Pre-primary and Middle level content areas including communication arts/literature, French, mathematics, science, social studies and Spanish

Non-traditional education programs

St. Catherine's Evening/Weekend/Online Program offers adult women the opportunity to earn a college degree in four years through a combination of classroom, online and off-campus activities. Courses are offered year-round (fall, spring, summer), at different meeting times (evening, weekend) and in different lengths (7.5- and 15-week format).

Certification programs

Available at both undergraduate and graduate levels in a variety of disciplines including Catechetical Ministry, Coding Specialist, Healthcare Sales, Montessori, Organizational Leadership and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). *Visit programs online for more certificate options and information.

Intercampus agreements

The ACTC is a consortium of private colleges dedicated to academic excellence and urban sustainability through collaboration. The members of the consortium are Augsburg College, Hamline University, Macalester College, St. Catherine University and the University of St. Thomas. Students can take classes or complete a major on any one of these campuses.

Honors program

First-year students or sophomores who have achieved 3.5 GPA are eligible to apply for membership. St. Kate’s Antonian Scholars program offers special seminars for enhanced learning. It culminates in an independent creative project during senior year. Antonian scholars have access to an exclusive place to study or socialize; the Honor's Hub is located in Coeur de Catherine.

Study abroad programs

St. Catherine University offers more than 150 study-abroad options in 50 countries, ranging in length from January term to yearlong. With advance planning, students in nearly any major can participate in an approved study abroad program while making normal progress toward graduation.

Internships/career services

The Career Development Office offers access to over 500 internship sites for students in a wide range of majors. Opportunities to work or conduct research with a faculty of staff member are available through St. Kate's Assistantship Mentoring Program.

In addition to the KatieClick job and internship database, Career Development services also include career counseling, practice interviews, writing assistance for resumes and cover letters, the Backpack to Briefcase program and several career fairs throughout the year. More than 70 companies visit campus annually to recruit potential interns or employees at St. Kate’s Career Opportunities Fair — the largest among private colleges and universities in Minnesota.

Admission & cost

Admissions

Online application: stkate.edu/admissions

Admissions tests required: ACT or SAT

Application deadlines: Rolling

Application fee (amount): Free

Advanced placement credit

Up to 32 semester credits may be applied toward the baccalaureate degree through examination and the Credit for Academically Relevant Learning (CARL) program. Students presenting scores of 3, 4 or 5 on Advanced Placement Program tests are granted credit by most departments. College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) scores at the 55th percentile or above is accepted for all general and selected subject exams.

Transfer criteria (credits, GPA):

Students must complete 48 of their final 64 semester credits at St. Catherine to earn a degree.

Transfer process (deadlines and materials)

Fall Deadline: Rolling; Spring Deadline: Rolling

Cost

2013-14 undergraduate tuition and fees: $34,744

Room and board: $8,568

Graduate tuition and fees: Per-credit tuition ranges from $395 to $763

Percentage of first-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 93%

Financial aid information

A college education is one of the most important investments you can make in your future. St. Catherine University is committed to helping you find ways to make your education affordable for you and your family. Your admission counselor will guide you through the financial aid process for the first time; current and returning students may seek assistance directly from the Financial Aid Office.
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Student involvement

Student organizations

There are more than 60 student groups, including political, social, artistic, academic and volunteer groups. St. Kate’s also has 24 honor societies, a women’s choir, a choral society, a string chamber orchestra, two student publications (The Wheel and Ariston) and a radio station (RadioHere).

Athletic programs

Conference membership

NCAA Division III, Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC)

Women's varsity

Basketball, cross-country, dance, golf, hockey, track and field, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis and volleyball

Intramurals

Dodgeball, flag football, rock climbing and volleyball

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