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Cheapest Religious/Sacred Music Colleges in Minnesota

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Concordia University-Saint Paul offers Minnesota's most affordable Religious/Sacred Music program at $17,566 net cost, creating an $11,000 gap below the next cheapest option. With Minnesota's strong Lutheran tradition and churches throughout the Twin Cities metro area providing numerous performance and ministry opportunities, students can prepare for careers while keeping education costs manageable. The state's 6 programs range from $17,566 to $28,439, with graduation rates spanning 30.8% to 83.5% across different institutional approaches to sacred music education.
6
Programs
$17,566 – $28,439
Net Price Range
$29,685
Avg. Program Earnings
62.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Religious/Sacred Music Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $17,566 $25,000 58.8% 69.1%
2 $22,752 $56,970 83.5% 56.4%
3 $23,574 $29,460 63.6% 90.8%
4 $24,674 $18,910 30.8%
5 $27,324 $30,200 64.3% 66.6%
6 $28,439 $42,930 75.2% 72.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the large cost difference between Minnesota's cheapest and most expensive Religious/Sacred Music programs?

Concordia University-Saint Paul charges $17,566 while Bethel University costs $28,439, creating an $11,000 gap. This reflects different institutional funding models and student demographics rather than program quality differences.

How do graduation rates vary among Minnesota's Religious/Sacred Music programs?

St Olaf College leads with 83.5% graduation rates, while Oak Hills Christian College graduates 30.8% of students. The variation often reflects different student populations and institutional resources rather than program rigor.

Does the Minnesota State Grant help reduce costs for Religious/Sacred Music students?

Yes, the Minnesota State Grant provides need-based aid that can significantly reduce net costs at private colleges. This state funding helps explain why some expensive programs become more affordable after financial aid calculations.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.