College for Women Viewbook by St. Catherine University

READY TO LEAD? stkate.edu

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOU

The benefits of a private university are within reach at St. Kate’s! A college education is an investment in your passions and in your future. We are committed to helping you find ways to make that investment affordable. St. Kate’s offers a variety of scholarships, grants, and campus employment opportunities to support your educational journey.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS After you’re accepted to St. Kate’s, you’ll automatically receive an academic scholarship ranging from $30,000-$34,000 per year for each of your four years!

At St. Catherine University, or St. Kate’s for short, you are surrounded by

YOU WILL BE KNOWN AS A

KATIE.

community and connected to greatness. Your education is purposefully tailored to

HELP YOU DEFINE YOUR FUTURE.

Through your LEADERSHIP AND INFLUENCE, YOUR IMPACT will have NO BOUNDS.

12:1

STUDENT/ FACULTY RATIO

17 83%

31 8

1,200+ 1,400+

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

OF FACULTY ARE WOMEN

STATES REPRESENTED

COUNTRIES REPRESENTED OUTSIDE THE U.S.

11%

STUDENT ATHLETES

LARGEST CATHOLIC WOMEN’S UNIVERSITY IN THE NATION

STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITYENGAGED LEARNING

49% OF COLLEGE FOR WOMEN STUDENTS ARE BIPOC

35%

FIRST-GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS

TRADITIONAL UNDERGRADUATES

100%

OF COLLEGE FOR WOMEN STUDENTS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS

A COLLEGE

FOR WOMEN Imagine a place where you can freely express yourself. A place where you're surrounded by people who believe in you and want to help you reach your full potential. A place where leadership is encouraged and not a competition, and strong women role models are everywhere. A place where the talents, aspirations, and contributions of women are not only valued, but acknowledged as central to the world’s future.

SC AN T

A POWERFUL WAY TO

ARN

CHANGE THE WORLD FOR THE BETTER.

FOCUS ON

YOU At St. Kate's, you'll get the intimate classes and personal attention you'd expect from a small liberal arts college coupled with the advantages of a university: research opportunities, the ability to take graduate-level courses, and programs to choose from across four schools: School of Business; School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences; School of Nursing; and the Henrietta Schmoll School of Health Sciences. Your professors are invested in your success and are committed to helping you achieve your goals.

AS A KATIE, YOU WILL FIND

YOUR VOICE YOUR PASSION AND YOUR PURPOSE. You’ll be empowered to lead and make a difference in the world.

55,000+

strong

St. Kate’s alumni across the globe. St. Kate’s campus is one of the

most diverse

in Minnesota, and we’re proud of how that shapes our community.

26+

Honor Societies

recognize high achievement in scholarship and leadership. 5

“ I’ve watched students realize their expertise, build their confidence, and present to an audience with authority and clarity. It’s impressive how they’ve grown independently.” Katie Campbell, PhD Associate Professor, Interprofessional Education; Director, Collaborative Undergraduate Research; Director, Katies for Aging Research and Equity (KARE) Program

71%

of employers say that leadership skills are essential for success in the workplace. – Society for Human Resource Management, 2023

YOU CAN TAKE YOUR LEARNING AS FAR AS YOU WANT TO GO St. Kate’s has a historic legacy of standing up for women’s rights. With each generation of Katies comes advanced thinking and renewed action. Knowing how to work with people whose backgrounds, ideas, and interests differ from yours is one of the hallmarks of a leader. Among the many ways you can build and

• Minor in leadership and discover your full potential. • Join LEAD (Leadership, Encouragement, Assistance, and Development) Team and collaborate with other students while exploring innovative ways to recognize and cultivate leadership opportunities.

refine your leadership skills as a Katie:

• Take advantage of the Community

• Get involved in Katie Leadership

internship-like experiences to help

Leaders Program, providing

Impact to engage in enhanced leadership

students develop leadership and

development opportunities.

professional skills.

WHO BETTER THAN

WOMEN

THE WORLD’S MOST POWERFUL FORCE?

WHERE BETTER THAN AT A

UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN?

compassionate critical thinker, and to consider different points of view.

of women’s college graduates report their college was extremely or very effective in helping prepare them for their first job.*

foundation, you’re free to embrace new ideas, to be a

81%

It’s all about understanding. With a liberal arts

*Forbes, 2021. Want Your Daughter to Go to the C-Suite? Send Her to a Women’s College

ATIE?

“ Women around me consistently pushed me to try new things, so I did. When I was a first-year student, I talked with other students about what experiences they were participating in. I learned from them and the paths they took.” Addison Cross ’20

OPEN YOUR MIND AND EXPAND YOUR THINKING

THE KATIE IMPACT

At St. Kate’s, you’ll find a community of women who

Our graduates are on the move.

are passionate about learning, making a difference, and

Having learned to make a difference

supporting each other. Katies are never in it alone, and are

while at St. Kate’s, they won’t

committed to helping each other grow and succeed.

settle for less. They are best-selling

We believe that learning is most effective when it is active and engaging. Hands-on learning helps students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and to develop practical skills and experiences.

authors, venture capitalists, social workers, CEOs, research scientists, nurses, and members of Congress. When these women go out into the world, the world takes notice. 8

in another 30-plus majors through the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) consortium. Combine majors, minors, and pre-professional tracks so you can pursue all of your passions and interests.

AT ST. KATE’S, YOU’LL ASK

BIG QUESTIONS NO MATTER YOUR AREA OF STUDY.

Bachelor’s degrees are offered in over 50 majors at St. Kate’s, as well as

A N TO L E

MAJORS AND MINORS

Major

Accounting American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Communities American Sign Language (ASL) and Interpreting Applied Science in Biology Applied Science in Communication Studies Applied Science in Exercise and Sport Science Applied Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Applied Science in Nutrition Science Applied Science in Psychology Art Arts and Humanities Biology Business Administration Business Analytics Chemical Dependency Counseling: Addiction and Recovery Chemistry and Biochemistry Coaching Communication Studies Computer Science Critical Hmong Studies Critical Studies of Race and Ethnicity Data Science Digital Humanities Economics Electronic Media Studies English Exercise and Sport Science Exercise Science and Nutrition Fashion Design Fashion Merchandising Finance Financial Economics Foods Gender and Women's Studies Graphic Design Health Policy History Immigrants and Refugees Information Systems Integrated Marketing Communications and Design International Business and Economics International Studies Latin Leadership

Minor

Linguistics Longevity and Aging Management Marketing and Digital Strategy Mathematics Nonprofit Strategies and Operations Nursing Nutrition Nutrition Science Philosophy Physics Political Science Professional Writing Psychology Public Health Public Policy Respiratory Care Social Sciences Social Welfare Social Work Sociology Sonography: Echocardiography Sonography: Abdomen-Extended, Obstetrics and Gynecology Spanish Statistics Sustainability Studies Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Theology Women and the Arts Women and International Development Women’s History

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Pre-Dentistry Pre-Dietetics Pre-Holistic Health Studies Pre-Law Pre-Library and Information Science Pre-Medicine Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Studies Pre-Public Health Pre-Veterinary Medicine 10

HENRIETTA SCHMOLL

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES @stkateshsshs

“Because of the large number of programs we have, there’s a focus on interprofessional education. Our students spend significant time learning from and with one another – across degree levels and across programs.” Sean Fitzpatrick, PhD Dean of the Henrietta Schmoll School of Health Sciences

MEE

T DEA

F IT

ATRICK ZP

In the Henrietta Schmoll School of Health Sciences, we believe

NTERPROFES SIO DI AN

UR OUR IN ST TO IT

interprofessional healthcare education is essential for preparing students F SIMUL ATIO EO N UT

for the real world. That’s why we emphasize collaboration across traditional program boundaries in our classrooms, laboratories, and clinical settings. Our research-focused and social justice-oriented healthcare programs are at the forefront of innovation, and our graduates are consistently in demand by top employers. With over 1,300 healthcare and community health partner organizations, including 2,600 active sites in 48 states, you

EARNING LL NA

will translate your education into experience and forge connections to post-graduation employment opportunities. 11

SCHOOL OF NURSING @stkatesnursing

In the School of Nursing,

EDUCATING LEADERS IN NURSING

we believe that nurses have

Our nationally recognized nursing faculty are dedicated to

the power to transform

teaching you the technical skills and experience you need to

healthcare. That’s why

be successful in a multicultural and social justice-oriented

we inspire and empower

healthcare environment.

our students to become compassionate caregivers and

Through the Institute of Simulation and Interprofessional

changemakers.

Learning (I-SAIL), you’ll learn to collaborate with other healthcare professionals and use state-of-the-art simulation relationships with the community and partnerships with health organizations provide you with ample opportunities to lead and influence with real, hands-on experiences.

THE LIFE O

A S T.

LEAR

N TH

KATE’S N

LLOW A D A

SC A

ACY

technology to prepare for real-world scenarios. Our strong

IN G

S T U DE N

Best College for Nursing in Minnesota – Niche 2024

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS @stkatesbusiness

In the School of Business, we believe business is a force for

BECOME A LEADER

good in the world. That’s why we empower women to become

There’s no question you will

ethical, impactful leaders who can make a difference in their communities and beyond.

need leadership skills in your career and in life. We’ve

Our innovative curriculum combines rigorous academic training with real-world experience, preparing you for success in any industry. You’ll learn from world-class faculty, collaborate with diverse peers, and gain access to a network of powerful business partners.

got you covered. The Katie Leadership Impact program is available to all students who want to become an effective and ethical leader through: • Leadership Coursework

Whether you’re interested in accounting, fashion, marketing, management, or anything in between, we’ll help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. You’ll also learn how to take action in a rapidly changing world, solving complex

LIFE

OF A S

Connections • Enhanced Development Opportunities

T. K

’S B U SI NES

A DAY IN

• Mentorship and Career

E AT

problems and making a positive impact.

• Hands-On Experiences

NT HION SH O

ENT

2023

S TUDE

S FA

ALK TW

SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES, ARTS, AND SCIENCES @stkatesshas

In the School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences, you’ll pursue an interdisciplinary degree that will spark your curiosity and prepare you to make a difference in the world. From biology and art to American Sign Language (ASL) and economics, St. Kate’s offers specialized learning opportunities to inspire you with lifeenhancing experiences and prepare you for professional success. You’ll experience a combination of classroom learning, undergraduate research, and hands-on experiences, which will help you ask big questions, master

MEET D

techniques, and solve real-world problems.

“Through liberal arts education, we make sure that students gain valuable, transferrable skills such as communication skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, or systemic thinking, and at the same time, they have the capacity to articulate and APPAT AL N communicate that to their potential employers.” Bindhu Alappat, PhD Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences 14

ME ET

FROM

TH E GRADS

HERE As a Katie, you will have a lot to offer an employer and you will gain just as much from spending time in the workplace with your internship. You will learn about your job and career preferences, and maybe even receive an offer of a permanent position.

“I have had the pleasure of recruiting St. Kate’s students

ST. KATE’S INTERNSHIP PARTNERS • 3M

• FBI

• Allina Health

• General Mills

• Best Buy

• Hennepin County District Court

• Cambria • Carlson Wagonlit Travel • Children’s Minnesota • Clear Channel Radio

• Minnesota Department of Human Rights

have always been so pleased with the high quality. We

• Nordstrom

hire individuals for jobs, internships, and careers that

• Hubbard Broadcasting

• Office of Legislative Auditors

• Institute for Athletic Medicine

• Park Nicollet Health Services

• KARE 11

• Target Corporation

• Clifton, Larson, and Allen LLP

• Mall of America

• Ecolab Inc.

• Medtronic

• Fairview Health Services

• Minnesota Children’s Museum

• Mayo Clinic

work with those who have disabilities, so it’s very important to have candidates that are responsible, patient, kind, teachable, and caring—

• Thomson Reuters

all of which we have been so

• Upsher-Smith Laboratories

blessed to find in students

1,900+ internship opportunities are available through St. Kate’s. 15

for over two decades and we

from St. Catherine University.” Philip Baumgarn Recruitment Director, ACR Homes

of the 100 top corporations in Minnesota are within

20 minutes of campus.

93% of St. Kate’s graduates are working, volunteering, serving in the military, or continuing their education after graduation.

TOP ALUMNI EMPLOYERS 3M Allina Health Best Buy Cargill Children’s Minnesota Fairview Healthcare Mayo Clinic Medtronic

Minnesota Department of Health Regions Hospital St. Catherine University Target

EVELOPM

TEAM

Wells Fargo

F OLL O

U.S. Bank KATE’S C A ST.

CAREER 16

BECOME THE

AUTHOR OF YOUR OWN

EXPERIENCE The Office of Scholarly Engagement (OSE) is a central hub where you navigate your own unique engaged learning experiences that will help carve the path to your future. Discover amazing opportunities for personal, academic, and professional growth in and

O F F I C E OF S

Anastasia Rousseau ’22

“Through OSE programs, I was able to secure an educational job where I earned pay while I helped my community and focused on social justice issues that connected with me as a Black woman.”

ARLY ENG

VI SI

out of the classroom.

@stkates.ose

ANTONIAN HONORS PROGRAM This cohort-based academic experience is built around a strong community and culminates in the creation and completion of an independent creative or research project.

COMMUNITY WORK AND LEARNING Facilitating meaningful community engagement through course-based work, scholarship, and student employment, students have opportunities to practice critical and creative thinking while gaining real-world experience.

COMPETITIVE FELLOWSHIPS Faculty and staff provide intensive, one-on-one mentoring to student candidates. The application and interview process itself cultivates intellectual growth

Marshall Scholarship, Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship, and more.

GLOBAL STUDIES Advancing the University’s mission and vision through engagement with global cultures, communities, and environments, these experiential programs provide both liberal arts and professional experience with an emphasis on accessibility, inclusion, and cultural sensitivity.

Truman Scholarship, Newman Civic Fellowship,

ME E

opportunities include the Fulbright Scholarship,

G HT S C H O BR I R LA

toward greater post-graduate success. Fellowship

DY CROSS, F AD

and awareness of career trajectories, propelling students

150+ 50+

study abroad programs in countries

COLLABORATIVE UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH Students from a wide range of disciplines currently collaborate with faculty on research both in and out of the classroom, engaging in deep learning and developing as scholars. Since 2010, nearly 200 students have participated in the Summer Scholars student research program, with most presenting at national conferences.

WILDCAT SPIRIT

IS STRONG ACROSS CAMPUS

It’s the energy and commitment that takes Katies higher, faster, and farther. It’s the force that launches their impact on the fields, on the court, on the ice, on the links, and in the water.

As a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC), St. Kate’s is

THE HOME OF 12 NCAA DIVISION III TEAMS: • Basketball • Cross Country • Dance Team • Golf • Ice Hockey

Butler Center, accessible for all students, is the athletic hub for

• Indoor Track and Field

all things on campus.

• Outdoor Track and Field • Soccer • Softball • Swimming and Diving • Tennis • Volleyball

W A DA YI

LLO FO

E L I F E OF

T CA

T E ’ S WI LD . KA ST

@stkateswildcats

100% of St. Kate’s varsity teams have an average GPA of above 3.0. 19

Jordyn Wentzel ‘22 became the first-ever NCAA Division III national champion from St. Catherine University with the 200-yard breaststroke.

FOLLO

TKATESGAL

St. Kate’s, The O’Shaughnessy is

L Y

Located on the campus of

THE O’SHAUGHNESSY

one of the Twin Cities’ premier arts venues. It hosts worldclass artistic experiences that represent St. Kate’s mission and values, with a focus on women’s voices and an exploration of social justice.

THE CATHERINE G. MURPHY GALLERY The Catherine G. Murphy Gallery hosts exhibitions and discussions grounded in women’s perspectives. The Gallery is an extension of the University’s mission to integrate the liberal arts and education, with access to art exhibitions, programming and the University's Fine Art Collection.

ARTISTIC OPPORTUNITIES AND

VE CREATISCENE

FREY THEATER

At St. Kate’s, the arts enrich our community of learning.

The Frey Theater is a black box-

They provide entertainment and intellectual nourishment.

style performance theater with

They provoke questions, evoke emotion, inspire emulation,

seating for up to 180 guests.

and stimulate debate. They are all here, whether you

It hosts a variety of events

want to perform and create or attend exhibits, recitals,

including the annual Katie

and productions.

Acts variety show and studentled productions from the drama club, Dew Drop Drama Company. 20

RESIDENCE

LIFE

HOUSING AND DINING Residence halls with single, double and triple rooms; themed housing communities; suites; or apartments— your choice of housing can evolve as you do, connecting you with new and old friends in an environment of safety and comfort. Convenient, on-campus amenities include access to computer labs, the Health and Wellness Clinic, and learning centers for academic support. Healthy sustenance is never far away: the Coeur de Catherine’s main dining room, Dew Drop Lounge with Starbucks coffee, The Pulse, and the Market Place convenience store have just about every food

TIE

U E HO SI NG

DINING FA C

IL I

craving covered.

S ON C A PU

@stkateshousing @stkatesdining

Students living on campus are

13% more likely to graduate in four years. 21

88%

of current residents recommend living on campus to new students.

40+ CHARTERED CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS We want you to have a rich student experience. Find personal growth, meet new friends, share common interests with other students, and have fun outside of the classroom through events, activities, clubs, and academic enrichment. You also have the opportunity to create your own club! FI N

U YO R FUTURE

@stkatessca

B LU

RESOURCES AND SERVICES St. Kate’s wants to help you be the best version of yourself and offers a range of programs and services to help foster physical, emotional, and spiritual health. With the Butler Fitness Center, Counseling Center, and Our Lady of Victory Chapel, there are numerous resources and services available to students. The Center of Intercultural Development (CID) supports students holding intersecting marginalized identities - including students of color, international students, first-generation students, and more. The CID will empower you to thrive academically, connect socially and professionally, and engage in a dynamic community, all to enhance your experience at St. Kate’s. At St. Kate’s, we celebrate diversity to enrich and transform university experiences for all students.

275+

events and activities hosted in residence halls each year. 22

LOCATION LOCATION

LOCATION St. Catherine University is where natural beauty meets accessibility. Comfortably nestled in St. Paul’s vibrant, walkable Highland Park neighborhood and minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, our campus offers students an oasis with a sprawling 110-acres of woods and no through streets. The excitement and opportunities to serve and learn that come with being part of a major metropolitan area are just the beginning. St. Kate’s Highland Park neighborhood is home to local and national coffee shops, restaurants, bookstores, movie theater, and shopping. It provides a safe and convenient off-campus destination within walking distance.

Minnesota’s ranking as ‘America’s Top State for Business’ by CNBC in 2023 23

SMALL NEIGHBORHOOD FEEL,

BIG CITY

OPPORTUNITIES

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, ALSO KNOWN AS THE TWIN CITIES, ARE HOME TO:

Fortune 500 companies

350+ live music venues

major history museums

professional and minor league sports teams

2023 PARKSCORE RATINGS

St. Paul and Minneapolis ranked

major art museums

#2 and #3 nationally. 24

SAFE, SUPPORTIVE CAMPUS The St. Catherine University Department of Public Safety is committed to keeping students, faculty, and staff safe on campus. Public safety officers perform routine foot and vehicular patrols of all University properties. They are also available to provide campus community members and guests with escorts to locations in a perimeter around the St. Paul campus. Public safety is staffed 24 hours per day year-round and can be easily reached by phone or texting through the LiveSafe app.

U TO

R S T. KA TE

’S

MPUS

ST. KATE’S IS COMMITTED TO HELPING STUDENTS FIND

ACADEMIC + PERSONAL

Campus is surrounded by the

TOP 3 SAFEST

neighborhoods in Minneapolis/St. Paul 25

– Niche 2023 Safe Neighborhoods in the Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

SUCCESS

ETHICAL Katies ask how their actions will affect others.

REFLECTIVE Katies explore who they are, consider how they think, and act on what they value.

RESPONSIVE Katies work to shape a more just society.

WE ARE

THE UNIVERSITY Founded in 1905 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and sustained by a legacy of visionary women, St. Catherine University is a diverse community of learners dedicated to academic rigor, core Catholic values, and a heartfelt commitment to social justice. St. Kate’s offers degrees at all levels in the humanities, arts, sciences, healthcare, and business that transform the world. St. Kate’s students learn and discern wisely, and live and serve justly—all to power lives of meaning. Discover more at stkate.edu.

OUR MISSION We educate women to lead and influence. Integrating liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic intellectual tradition, the University is committed to developing ethical, reflective and socially responsible women leaders.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION St. Catherine University admits students regardless of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in state or local commission, and sex* to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded to or made available to students at the University. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in state or local commission, and sex* in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other schooladministered programs. The University does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to, or treatment in, its programs and activities.

* The University does not admit men into its baccalaureate programs in the College for Women.

Office of Admission F–2 2004 Randolph Avenue St. Paul, MN 55105-1794

APPLY TODAY!

VISIT CAMPUS! Schedule a visit online or by calling the Admission Office at 800-656-5283. Check out stkate.edu/cfw-visit for more

information and special visit

St. Catherine University Office of Admission, F-2 2004 Randolph Avenue St. Paul, Minnesota 55105-1794

event dates.

800-656-5283 admissions@stkate.edu

February 1 for priority

APPLY Apply for admission by scholarship consideration.

stkate.edu