It's probably the most commonly stated and least accurate myth in higher education: a private college is not affordable. We hear it way too often. Even though families recognize the value of the high quality education experience we offer, countless students tell us they didn't consider CSB/SJU because of the price. If this is what you and your family are thinking we urge you to THINK AGAIN:

• 95% of CSB/SJU students graduate in four years.
• $91,600,000 in financial aid was awarded in 2009-10 by CSB/SJU.
• 93% of CSB/SJU students receive scholarship or grant assistance to help pay for college.
• 97% of CSB/SJU alums rate their college experience as good or excellent.

Remember, the initial "sticker price of a college is only one factor in determining your actual cost. Financial aid based on your family's income and financial circumstances (need-based aid) and merit scholarships based on your academic achievements and talents, can significantly reduce the cost of college. Need-based aid is determined by a federal formula that evaluates your family's financial situation and determines an "Expected Family Contribution" or EFC. Curious about your family's EFC?

Office of Admission
College of Saint Benedict
Saint John's University
PO Box 7155
Collegeville, MN 56321
(800) 544-1489
(320) 363-2196
(320) 363-2750 (fax)

E-mail admissions@csbsju.edu