About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Ryan Sandefer
Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs
Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs
Address
Office of Admissions
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, MN 558114199
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, MN 558114199
Phone
218-723-6046
Email
visitcss@css.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Benedictine Commons
Student Union
Storm's Den
Einsteins Coffee Shop
Greenview Dining Room
After years of dreaming about a dedicated space for students to gather, we are excited to be in the construction phase of our student center! Opening in fall 2024, the student center will increase space for meeting, studying and simply being together.
Student Union
Storm's Den
Einsteins Coffee Shop
Greenview Dining Room
After years of dreaming about a dedicated space for students to gather, we are excited to be in the construction phase of our student center! Opening in fall 2024, the student center will increase space for meeting, studying and simply being together.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Lake Walk
Canal Park
Fitger's Brewery Complex
Miller Hill Mall
Great Lakes Aquarium
Canal Park
Fitger's Brewery Complex
Miller Hill Mall
Great Lakes Aquarium
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Mon-Fri
8 AM - 4:30 PM
218-723-6046
8 AM - 4:30 PM
218-723-6046
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
February, April, September, November
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@css.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Unable to host guests during break or when preparing for finals.
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Taxis, buses; Duluth International Airport--3 miles from campus
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 1,596
Acceptance Rate: 94%
Average HS GPA: 3.50
GPA Breakdown
3%
4.0
27%
3.75 - 3.99
23%
3.50 - 3.74
17%
3.25 - 3.49
13%
3.00 - 3.24
15%
2.50 - 2.99
2%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreACT Test Scores
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 27
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
10:1
Total Faculty
374
with Terminal Degree
194
260
Women
114
Men
37
Minority
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
-
BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Exercise Physiology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Finance, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Organizational Behavior Studies.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
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EDUCATION.
Biology Teacher Education.
Computer Teacher Education.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Indian/Native American Education.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Multicultural Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Reading Teacher Education.
Social Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other.
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Holistic Health.
Occupational Therapy/Therapist.
Physical Therapy/Therapist.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Humanities/Humanistic Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
International/Global Studies.
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.
Sustainability Studies.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physical Sciences, Other.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Social Sciences, General.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Music Performance, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Mary Murphy
Minnesota House of Representatives
Al Hunter
Chief, Rainy River First Nations
Fred De Sam Lazaro
Correspondent, The News Hour w/ Jim Lehrer
Chad Braafladt
President, CP Internet
Linda Kloss
CEO, American Health Information Mgmt Assoc.
Juliet Wasswa-Mugambwa
Assoc. Program Officer, U.N. Dept. of Economic Aff
Patricia Peterson
Aveda Corp., Head of Research and Development
Academic Rating
72/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Mar 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$11,239
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$10,383
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,575
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
71%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$39,946
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$11,239
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$40,720
Required Fees
$1,058
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,200
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$5,550
Transportation for Commuters
$1,322
On-Campus Room and Board
$11,830
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
State Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
82/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
1,755
Foreign Countries Represented
24
Demographics
1.16%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
2.54%
Asian
4.87%
Black
4.22%
Hispanic
76.09%
Caucasian
3.27%
Unknown
3.85%
International
10% female
90% male
14% are out of state
34% are full time
66% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
52%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
85%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
62/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
International Student
International Student
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Jessica Johnston
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
60
Number of Honor Societies
2
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
7
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
Men's Sports (Saints)
11 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Saints)
11 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Minnesota-Duluth
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Minnesota-Duluth
Sustainability
75/99
Campus Security Report
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
