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Christian Colleges in Minnesota

24 schools in Minnesota. See our methodology.

Saint Johns University graduates earn $76,786 annually, the highest among Minnesota's 24 Christian colleges, while acceptance rates span from Macalester's competitive 28.4% to Saint Scholastica's open 96.6%. Net prices range dramatically from Concordia University-Saint Paul's $17,566 to University of St Thomas at $30,525, reflecting different institutional approaches to affordability. Minnesota's State Grant program supports low-income students across these campuses, connecting them to the state's healthcare economy anchored by Mayo Clinic and UnitedHealth Group. Three schools achieve graduation rates above 80%, with St Olaf leading at 83.5% despite moderate selectivity at 56.4% acceptance. The Twin Cities area hosts eight of these institutions, placing graduates near Target's corporate headquarters and Minneapolis's growing tech sector. Small enrollment numbers characterize most programs, with only University of St Thomas exceeding 6,000 students while Martin Luther College serves just 718. This size creates tight-knit communities but also higher per-student costs, evident in the $20,000-plus net prices at most institutions.
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$24,210
Avg. Net Price
$58,427
Avg. Earnings
66.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

Christian Colleges in Minnesota

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# School Affiliation Enrollment Net Price Graduation Rate
1 Presbyterian Church (USA) 2,131 $29,980 90.4%
2 Evangelical Lutheran 1,721 $25,651 71.8%
3 Evangelical Lutheran 3,049 $22,752 83.5%
4 Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 2,786 $17,566 58.8%
5 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod 718 $20,483 71.4%
6 Baptist 2,012 $28,439 75.2%
7 Roman Catholic 6,014 $30,525 75.2%
8 Roman Catholic 1,468 $27,018 75.7%
9 Christ and Missionary Alliance 789 $27,324 64.3%
10 Other (not classified) 682 $17,680 59.6%
11 Evangelical Lutheran 1,930 $26,895 75.9%
12 Roman Catholic 1,392 $28,065 83.0%
13 Roman Catholic 1,725 $23,949 63.0%
14 Other Protestant 1,495 $25,140 68.4%
15 Assemblies of God 802 $23,574 63.6%
16 Roman Catholic 1,061 $21,034 67.7%
17 Interdenominational 98 $24,674 30.8%
18 United Methodist 1,685 $21,385 57.7%
19 Evangelical Lutheran 2,429 $23,875 52.4%
20 Baptist 92 50.0%
21 Roman Catholic 2,393 $21,563 65.1%
22 Interdenominational 162 $20,833 61.2%
23 Evangelical Lutheran
24 United Church of Christ

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Macalester College stand out among Minnesota Christian colleges?

Macalester achieves a 90.4% graduation rate, the highest among the 24 Christian colleges in Minnesota, while maintaining selective 28.4% acceptance. Despite the $29,980 net price, graduates earn $63,878 annually. The Saint Paul location provides access to major employers like 3M and UnitedHealth Group headquarters.

How affordable are Christian colleges in Minnesota compared to graduation outcomes?

Net prices range from $17,566 at Concordia University-Saint Paul to $30,525 at University of St Thomas. Schools with graduation rates above 75% typically cost $22,000-$30,000 annually. Minnesota's State Grant program helps low-income students access these institutions regardless of price point.

Where do graduates from these colleges find employment in Minnesota?

Minnesota's healthcare sector, led by Mayo Clinic and UnitedHealth, employs many graduates. Target's Minneapolis headquarters and the growing Twin Cities tech scene also recruit from these programs. Graduates earn between $35,983 and $76,786 annually, with healthcare-focused programs typically commanding higher salaries.

Does enrollment size affect graduation rates at these Christian colleges?

Small schools like Martin Luther College (718 students) achieve 71.4% graduation rates, while larger University of St Thomas (6,014 students) maintains 75.2%. Saint Johns University, with just 1,468 students, reaches 75.7% graduation rates, suggesting size alone doesn't determine success.

What acceptance rates can students expect at Minnesota Christian colleges?

Acceptance rates vary widely from Macalester's selective 28.4% to Saint Scholastica's open 96.6%. Most schools accept 60-90% of applicants, with Bethany Lutheran at 58.5% being notably selective for its price point of $17,680 net cost.

How do Christian college costs compare across different Minnesota regions?

Twin Cities area schools average $25,000-$30,000 net prices, reflecting higher living costs. Outstate institutions like Martin Luther College in New Ulm cost $20,483, while Concordia at Moorhead runs $25,651. Regional differences partly reflect local job market strength and campus amenities.

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