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University of Minnesota-Morris vs College of Saint Benedict

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Minnesota-Morris
$14,288 vs $53,884
Easier to get into
College of Saint Benedict
91.4% vs 70.5% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Minnesota-Morris
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
College of Saint Benedict
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMorris, MNSaint Joseph, MN
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate93.7%
Acceptance rate70.5%91.4%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$14,288 in / $16,438 outBEST$53,884
In-state tuition$14,288BEST$53,884
Out-of-state tuition$16,438BEST$53,884
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Minnesota-Morris or College of Saint Benedict?

University of Minnesota-Morris is the more affordable option at roughly $14,288, compared to $53,884. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Minnesota-Morris and College of Saint Benedict the same type of program?

Both are BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Minnesota-Morris and College of Saint Benedict?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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