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Survey Says: Saint John’s University is Best College in Minnesota
The rankings were based on affordability, quality of education, and outcomes after graduation.

According to Time MONEY’s annual Best Colleges rankings, Saint John’s University is the best college in Minnesota.
The rankings were based on affordability, quality of education, and outcomes after graduation.
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Here's the breakdown of the numbers that make Saint John’s University so appealing:
- Estimated price for 2016-17 without aid: $52,400
- Estimated price for 2016-17 with average aid: $28,300
- Average student debt: $27,000
- Early career earnings: $47,400
"Saint John’s University is a Catholic school for men that partners with a nearby women’s school, College of Saint Benedict, to share academic programs and campuses resources," reads MONEY's profile.
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"Nearly 80% of students at Saint John’s graduate within six years, 12% higher than similar schools."
How MONEY Ranks the Nation’s Best Colleges
Saint John’s University's national ranking, according to the list, is 25.
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