Public Institution Saint Paul, MN
Saint Paul College
College
Saint Paul College is a public institution in Saint Paul, MN with an urban campus setting, with about 3,813 undergraduates, typical net price of $11,495 after grants, first-year retention of 60.3%, a graduation rate of about 40.1%, and median earnings of $36,932 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Saint Paul College
Key rankings for Saint Paul College
Where Saint Paul College ranks among all institutions in the dataset (mixed types) nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#743 of 2,710
Net Price
#779 of 2,883
Earnings
#1,879 of 2,407
Retention
#2,295 of 2,747
Graduation
#1,503 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at Saint Paul College
Saint Paul College in Saint Paul, MN is a college.
- Large city
- 3,813 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid and six-year earnings sit on different sides of national medians for similar schools; read them together, not as a single score. Major choice and geography move earnings a lot.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Saint Paul College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Saint Paul College compares
Figures are for all institutions in the dataset (mixed types). State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Plains (region 4).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (MN) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $11,495Below national median | $16,863 | $16,635 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $36,932Above national median | $41,894 | $40,388 | $35,678 |
| Retention | 60.3%Below national median | 72.5% | 71.9% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | 40.1%Below national median | 53.5% | 56.3% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 83.7% | 79.8% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 39.9%About the same | 28.0% | 33.9% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $10,925Below national median | $14,750 | $15,338 | $13,621 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Saint Paul College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Saint Paul College
Common questions about Saint Paul College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Saint Paul College located?
Saint Paul College is located in Saint Paul, MN. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Saint Paul College?
Saint Paul College is a college. Best Universities groups similar schools this way so you can compare them fairly. Confirm program level (undergraduate vs graduate) on the college's site.
How much does it cost to attend Saint Paul College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $6,326 for in-state students and $6,326 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $11,495. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Saint Paul College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Saint Paul College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Saint Paul College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,813. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Saint Paul College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Saint Paul College are roughly $36,932. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 40.1% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Saint Paul College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Saint Paul College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#743 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#779 of 2,883); First-year retention (#1,879 of 2,407); Graduation rate (#2,295 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#1,503 of 2,514). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Saint Paul College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Saint Paul College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for Saint Paul College Expand to view
A fuller table of the figures Best Universities uses for this school. Useful if you are double-checking a number.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Saint Paul College |
| Official website | https://www.saintpaul.edu/ |
| City, state | Saint Paul, MN |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 3,813 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $6,326 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $6,326 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $6,326 |
| Total cost of attendance | $18,261 |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $11,495 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $36,932 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $37,105 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $38,399 |
| Median loan debt | $10,925 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 60.3% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 40.1% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 39.9% |
| Share with federal loans | 16.9% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 54.8% |
| Campus setting | Large city |
| Student–faculty ratio | 21 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $9,364 |
| Full-time faculty share | 53.3% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 59.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 40.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 37.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 10.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 23.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 17.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 5.2% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 3.8% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $10,177 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $10,632 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $12,318 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $13,354 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $17,428 |
Sources for Saint Paul College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.