College of Saint Benedict
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) offer a shared experience of two top colleges – combining the abundant opportunities of a larger university with the personal attention of an exceptional liberal arts college. Their 3,000 undergraduate students, known as Bennies and Johnnies, share a joint curriculum and the academic, recreational, and dining facilities of two flourishing campuses. CSB and SJU offer a deeply engaging, highly residential experience set on 3,300 acres of central Minnesota woods, lakes, and prairies – just an hour from Minneapolis and St. Paul. The colleges are consistently recognized for study abroad participation, undergraduate research, value and great outcomes.
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Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
Seniors in high school or students who have completed high school but not completed any college coursework after graduating from high school are considered first year applicants. First year applicants are required to submit an official high school transcript. Standardized test scores, a writing sample and recommendations are optional but encouraged. International students can find a link to application information under Additional Information.
Transfer
Students are considered transfer students if they have completed any college coursework from a post-secondary institution after graduating from high school. High school students who have credits earned through Post Secondary Enrollment Option should apply as first year applicants. Transfer applicants are required to submit a high school transcript along with transcripts from any colleges attended. International students can find a link to application information under Additional Information.
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Additional information
- CSB and SJU offer scholarships to first-year and transfer students recognizing academic excellence, leadership and the arts. More information at https://www.csbsju.edu/admission/finaid/scholarships.
- More information for international applicants is available at https://www.csbsju.edu/admission/international-students/.
- Schedule a campus visit at https://www.csbsju.edu/admission/visit
Visit us
CSB and SJU welcome your visit to campus. The colleges offer both individualized, personal visits and larger group programs. We recommend visitors tour both campuses. See Additional Information for a link to schedule a visit.
Together, the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University form a one-of-a-kind partnership of two top liberal arts colleges.