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Saint Paul College : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Saint Paul College

Close to downtown Saint Paul, Saint Paul College pairs career-minded academics with a supportive, come-as-you-are culture. It's known for hands-on learning, transfer-friendly coursework, and instructors who bring real-world experience into class. Updated labs and studios, a welcoming library, and tutoring, advising, and career coaching give students practical tools to stay on track.

Student life feels active and approachable: clubs, cultural celebrations, leadership opportunities, and service projects that plug into the city. Career services help students connect with regional employers through resume prep and interview support. And the Twin Cities are right there for internships and part-time work across healthcare, business, tech, the arts, and public service. Campus life leans friendly and focused, with many working students and first-gen learners. Trails, parks, and coffee shops sit nearby, a good breather between labs and lectures.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
235 Marshall Ave, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102, USA
Unit ID
175041

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
HLC
Length of Study
Programs of 2 to less than 4 years (e.g. associate degree)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Certificate (≥2 yrs)
Associate's
Residency
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a large city (population of 250,000 or more)
Carnegie Classification
Associate's - Mixed Transfer/Career, Mixed
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$6,318
Tuition $5,486 + Fee $832
Out-of-State
$6,318
Tuition $5,486 + Fee $832
Student Profile
Total Students 5,155
Undergraduate 3,607
Graduate/Other 1,548
Male: 2,228 Female: 2,927
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 416
Full-time 282
Part-time 134
Full-time: 67.8% Part-time: 32.2%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Saint Paul College offers 70 degree programs across 18 major academic fields, graduating approximately 1,249 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Health (17 programs, 269 graduates), Personal Services (5 programs, 210 graduates), Liberal Arts (1 programs, 201 graduates), Business (16 programs, 169 graduates) and Construction (4 programs, 112 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Health (17 programs, 269 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Nursing and Patient Care Assistant 79
Residency
51.3902
Sterile Processing Technology 39
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
51.1012
Licensed Practical Nursing 35
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
51.3901
Surgical Technology 27
Associate's
51.0909
Massage Therapy 27
Associate's
Other Award
51.3501
Pharmacy Technician 11
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
51.0805
Respiratory Care Therapy 11
Associate's
51.0908
Clinical Laboratory Technician 9
Associate's
51.1004
Health Information Technology 7
Associate's
51.0707
Athletic Training 5
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
51.0913
Phlebotomy Technician 4
Other Award
51.1009
Health Administration and Management 3
Associate's
51.0701
Medical Receptionist 3
Other Award
51.0712
Medical Insurance Coding 3
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
51.0713
Medical Office Assistant 2
Associate's
51.0710
Public Health 2
Associate's
51.2201
Yoga Teacher Training and Therapy 2
Other Award
51.3602
Personal Services (5 programs, 210 graduates)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Cosmetology 99
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
Other Award
12.0401
Aesthetician and Skin Care Specialist 61
Associate's
Other Award
12.0409
Culinary Arts and Chef Training 24
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
12.0503
Nail Technology and Manicuring 19
Other Award
12.0410
Baking and Pastry Arts 7
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0501
Liberal Arts (1 programs, 201 graduates)
Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Liberal Arts and Sciences 201
Associate's
24.0101
Business (16 programs, 169 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Administration and Management 45
Associate's
Other Award
52.0201
Human Resources Management 28
Associate's
Other Award
52.1001
Accounting 25
Associate's
Other Award
52.0301
Business Administration 18
Associate's
52.0101
Logistics and Supply Chain Management 11
Associate's
Other Award
52.0203
Project Management 10
Associate's
Other Award
52.0211
Accounting and Bookkeeping Technology 8
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.0302
Management Information Systems 5
Associate's
52.1201
Marketing Management 5
Associate's
Other Award
52.1401
Finance, General 3
Associate's
52.0801
Hospitality Management 3
Associate's
Other Award
52.0901
International Marketing 3
Associate's
Other Award
52.1403
Executive Assistant and Secretary 2
Associate's
52.0402
Accounting and Finance 1
Other Award
52.0304
Business and Office Technology 1
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.0407
Entrepreneurship Studies 1
Other Award
52.0701
Construction (4 programs, 112 graduates)
Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Electrician 57
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Certificate (≥2 yrs)
Associate's
Other Award
46.0302
Plumbing Technology 23
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
46.0503
Carpentry 16
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
46.0201
Pipefitting and Sprinkler Fitting 16
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
46.0502
Computer & IT (9 programs, 80 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Network and System Administration 21
Other Award
11.1001
Information Systems Security and Auditing 15
Associate's
Other Award
11.1003
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 14
Associate's
11.0901
Computer Programming 12
Associate's
11.0201
Computer Science 6
Associate's
11.0701
Web and Digital Multimedia Design 4
Other Award
11.0801
Data Modeling and Database Administration 3
Associate's
11.0802
Computer Graphics 3
Associate's
11.0803
Computer Programming Applications 2
Other Award
11.0202
Production (4 programs, 63 graduates)
Manufacturing Technology, Quality Control and Industrial Arts
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Welding Technology 25
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
48.0508
CNC Machinist Technology 22
Certificate (≥2 yrs)
48.0510
Sheet Metal Technology 10
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
48.0506
Cabinetmaking and Millwork 6
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
48.0703
Mechanics (2 programs, 35 graduates)
Automotive Technology, Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Automotive Mechanics Technology 24
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
47.0604
Medium and Heavy Vehicle Technology 11
Certificate (≥2 yrs)
47.0613
Eng. Technologies (1 programs, 30 graduates)
Applied Engineering Technologies and Technical Support
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Electromechanical Technologies 30
Other Award
15.0499
Human Sciences (2 programs, 26 graduates)
Family Studies, Consumer Sciences and Human Development
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Child Care Provider and Assistant 20
Other Award
19.0709
Child Development 6
Associate's
19.0706

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$7,518
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$7,518
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$6,318
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$6,318
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$9,996 (off-campus)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$6,520 (off-campus)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$6,520
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

9%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$6,248
Avg. Loan
$5,284
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,057
Additional
Students with Any Grant
424
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
99
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
409
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$1,145
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

N/A
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
N/A
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$17,005 – $58,805
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$17,005 (25th %) $58,805 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $38,399
Median Salary After 6 Years
$36,932
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$38,399
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
30.2%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
57.3%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$10,925
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 23.5%
Middle 47.9%
High 58.1%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 40.4%
Independent 26.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Saint Paul College

How much does it cost to attend Saint Paul College?

The annual tuition at Saint Paul College is $6,318 for in-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $7,518 for in-state students. Additional costs include room and board $9,996 (off-campus) and books and supplies $1,200.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Saint Paul College offer?

Saint Paul College offers 70 academic programs across 18 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Certificate (≥2 yrs), Associate's, Residency, Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (17 programs)
  • Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care (5 programs)
  • Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities (1 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (16 programs)
  • Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts (4 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Saint Paul College?

Saint Paul College provides financial aid to 9% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $6,248 and average loans of $5,284.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $4,922
  • State/Local grants: $1,707
  • Institutional grants: $1,145
  • Federal loans: $5,057

The university supports 424 students with grants and 99 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Saint Paul College graduates?

Saint Paul College graduates earn a median salary of $36,932 after 6 years and $38,399 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $17,005 (25th percentile) to $58,805 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $64,700 (90th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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