In 1917, St. Catherine earned full accreditation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In fall 1937, St. Kate’s became the first Catholic college or university in the United States, and the third Minnesota institution, to be awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter. As the nation’s oldest and most prestigious undergraduate honors organization, Phi Beta Kappa recognizes achievement in the liberal arts.
The University’s commitment to academic excellence is grounded in the legacy of our founders and exemplified by programs like the Antonian Scholars and Collaborative Undergraduate Research.
Named for Mother Antonia McHugh, students in the Antonian Scholars Honors Program exhibit exceptional academic performance and show promise as leaders and creative thinkers. Antonian Scholars participate in interdisciplinary seminar classes and complete an independent study based on an interest or passion. Creativity and academic learning converge in this unique program.
Through Collaborative Undergraduate Research, students engage in meaningful, in-depth work alongside faculty. Student-faculty teams have presented their scholarship at regional, national and international conferences and have been published in peer-reviewed journals. All students who participate in collaborative research are encouraged to submit their work to the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR). The average national acceptance rate for NCUR over the last five years is approximately 82%. St. Kate’s acceptance rate is 96%.
Each spring, the University community celebrates the achievements of its students with the annual Honors and Awards Ceremony. In addition to internal honors, St. Catherine hosts chapters of 25 national honor societies across a broad range of disciplines. At St. Kate’s, we understand the vital role that collaboration and communal support plays in our students’ success.
FAQs
St. Catherine University goes beyond a liberal arts education to instill the wisdom, social justice, and women's empowerment teachings of our founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. It's shaped tens of thousands of diverse students' lives since 1905.
What is the religious affiliation of St. Catherine University? ›
Throughout the history of St. Catherine University, founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, we have been dedicated as a community to our Roman Catholic heritage and identity.
Who are St Catherine's famous alumni? ›
Famous alumni include Benazir Bhutto, Joseph Heller, Eric Williams, Jeanette Winterson, Matthew Pinsent, and John Cornforth.
What happened to St Catherine College? ›
The college closed operations at the end of July 2016 due to a significant budget shortfall and a continuing lawsuit against the federal government.
Why is Saint Catherine famous? ›
She rapidly gained a wide reputation for her holiness and her severe asceticism. In her early twenties she experienced a “spiritual espousal” to Christ and was moved to immediately begin serving the poor and sick, gaining disciples in the process.
Is St. Catherine University LGBT friendly? ›
St. Catherine University does not discriminate on the basis of gender identity and expressions in its admission policies, scholarship programs, educational programs, and residential programs and services.
Do you have to be Catholic to go to St. Catherine University? ›
Catherine University admits students regardless of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in state or local commission, and sex* to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities ...
Is St. Catherine University credible? ›
St. Catherine University is an accredited institution through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
What is St. Catherine University ranked? ›
Catherine University's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, #216. Its tuition and fees are $49,758. St. Catherine University is a private institution that was founded in 1905.
What is the story of St. Catherine? ›
According to the Legend of St. Catherine, this young woman converted to Christianity after receiving a vision. At the age of 18, she debated 50 pagan philosophers. Amazed at her wisdom and debating skills, they became Christians—as did about 200 soldiers and members of the emperor's family.
At St. Catherine University —the largest Catholic women's university in the nation, we're committed to providing our students with an education that will help them make a difference in the world.
What is St. Catherine University known for? ›
Where an inclusive community of women is transforming the world. That's St. Catherine University — the largest Catholic women's university in the nation.
What is the acceptance rate for St Catherine University? ›
About St Catherine University
St Catherine University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Saint Paul, Minnesota. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,585, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 75%.
Is St Catherine University all female? ›
Enrollment is open to students of all genders.
Is St. Catherine University a good college? ›
Catherine University's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, #216. Its tuition and fees are $49,758.
How hard is it to get into St. Catherine University? ›
Catherine University has an acceptance rate of 93%. Half the applicants admitted to St. Catherine University who submitted test scores have an SAT score between 1155 and 1450 or an ACT score of 18 and 26.
What is the average GPA for St. Catherine University? ›
The average GPA at St. Catherine University (MN) is 3.59. (Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.
