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ACCEPTANCE RATE

80.46%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$28,215

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Social Science Degree

Social Science is a field of study focused society and the associated relationships between people. The primary sub-disciplines include: Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Archaeology, History, and Linguistics. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer social science degrees.

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College of Saint Benedict

Also known as Saint Benedict

851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN

College of Saint Benedict is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Over two thousand students enroll at College of Saint Benedict yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs College of Saint Benedict offers:

  • English Language And Literature
  • Psychology
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The most common scores among applicants accepted to College of Saint Benedict are between 23 to 28 for the ACT exam, or 1535 to 1930 on the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of around 73 percent of which only 36 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found at csbsju.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $38,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,700. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Saint Benedict is the "Blazers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA.

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.csbsju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Social Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Saint Benedict offers a bachelor's degree program in social science.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female4

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White4

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Social Science program at Saint Benedict, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Saint Benedict accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, College of Saint Benedict may offer services like:

  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assistance to find work