Academics
Minnesota’s College of Saint Benedict (for women) and Saint John’s University (for men) are two Catholic liberal arts colleges that share one academic program and classes, but retain separate dorms, campuses, and traditions. Students come to this “beautiful, friendly environment” and leave with “a well-rounded education... ready to take on the world.” The Benedictine values “are upheld by every student in everyday life” and help breed graduates that are “all about service and making an impact in the world.” “This school is a must for any student who wants to feel accepted and a part of a rich community, while at the same time receiving an education that is second to none,” says one junior. Professors truly take to heart the feedback they receive from their students, are “extremely dedicated and passionate,” and “are willing to work...on projects outside of class even if it means extra work for them.” They “are interested in us figuring things out for ourselves” and are “big on [students] being prepared for class so more time can be spend discussing or practicing material instead of lecturing.” The ultimate testament to faculty involvement: “At CSB/SJU, I have never had a professor that has struggled to know my name (besides the fact that I am a twin).” Discussion is “lively” (particularly in upper division courses), and students “are offered many great opportunities to further our experiences and education.” The open environment “does what it can to help students feel comfortable and learn.”
The school provides “excellent scientific and business opportunities” and “endless connections with not only other schools across the nation, but...across the world” that aid in post-undergraduate employment or continued education opportunities. The “incredible” study abroad program sees a large number of students take advantage of it at some point in their college careers.
