About Saint Vincent College

Founded in 1846, Saint Vincent College. is a Private college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,646 full time undergraduate students, and 190 full time graduate students.

The Saint Vincent College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 12:1. There are 103 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Saint Vincent College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate65%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range940-1160
ACT Range20-26

Admissions at are considered Selective, with ,19% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 17 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

80% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 55% were in the top quarter, and 26% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Saint Vincent College.

11%
“We”re apathetic”
56%
“We know about current events and vote”
33%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
11%
“Sometimes, but not often”
78%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
11%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
22%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
44%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
67%
“They”re always available”
100%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
44%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
44%
“We only party on weekends”
11%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
11%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
33%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
11%
“We”re apathetic”
56%
“We know about current events and vote”
33%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
11%
“Sometimes, but not often”
78%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
11%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
22%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
44%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
67%
“They”re always available”
100%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
44%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
44%
“We only party on weekends”
11%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
11%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
33%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Saint Vincent College REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    59 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 12 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    44 Students rated off-campus housing 2.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    61 Students rated campus food 3.2 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    62 Students rated campus facilities 3.7 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    62 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 60 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    62 Students rated school activities 3.7 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    62 Students rated local services 3.5 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    62 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Saint Vincent College?

10 Students rated Saint Vincent College

Joseph

Saint Vincent College is a small liberal arts school located in Latrobe Pennsylvania. The school is largely centered around its Catholic traditions. There is a monastery on campus and it is nice to meet the clergy and have conversations with them. Additionally the faculty is helpful and generally work to ensure that their students perform well. Unfortunately that is where the schools positive aspects end. Outside of academics, there are clubs to join but very few are non-academic, and provide limited social experiences. The campus is out of walking distance, meaning that in order to get off campus one must have a car or know someone with one. Additionally the school has a strict no party rule. Large social gatherings are largely frowned upon, and infractions of the rules have serious consequences. Over all the residence life staff act as cops, and look to start issues with the residents. As a result the on campus experience is overall negative. As a result I cannot recommend this school for most students. This school is a good fit for those only interested in their faith, and a generally caring academic staff. If one is interested in enjoying themselves on the weekends this school is not a good place.

Christian

Saint Vincent College was my second choice as to where to attend. Ultimately, my decision was based on which of the two schools I had applied to gave me more financial aid. Initially I was not a very big fan of Saint Vincent. A good portion of the students don't seem to be very engaged in their education. Rather, they're just there to check boxes and get a degree. The professors, while generally great, are predominantly conservative. While this doesn't generally affect classes or discussion, I have heard that the hiring of new professors is directly affected by their political views which I find highly problematic. There is also clear favoritism for certain departments at the school. The Math and Sciences departments have a beautiful building which has just been added onto with a cadaver lab. The humanities on the other hand have a few floors in one of the older buildings and the English department is currently understaffed and there has been talk of the school not hiring a new English professor after a previous professor retired. Anyway, I still enjoy the education and have encountered more eclectic groups of students on campus. So it's not all bad.

Keirstin

It is a beautiful small campus in Pa. The people are very welcoming. It felt like home from the start. The small class sizes ensure that all students get the direction and special attention to achieve. The dorms are some of the largest I had visited with plenty of space for both you and your roommate.

Keyana

Saint Vincent College is a very friendly campus in my opinion. Almost everyone talks or smiles at me when they see me. The food is good on most days though there are sometimes at the Shack where the food sucks but it is usually because it is really crowded. There is not many places to go off campus unless you have a car. The people on campus do plan a lot of different things to do during the week like bingo, movie night, wing night, etc..

Saint Vincent College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Saint Vincent College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Saint Vincent College is 65%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    "Take a cement pill and toughen up. Coz when you're there and you screw up, you take the whole consequence."

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  3. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person with a serious interest in a small learning environment with big possibilities.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    Some are racists conservatives

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  5. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I don't really have anything I consider to be really bad about my school. Sometimes I miss some good home cooking and my own bathroom but that isn't anything too significant.

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  6. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Small, catholic school that is very tight-knit.

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  7. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    The McKenna school of business and small class sizes.

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  8. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about st. vincent is scheduling for classes. Its hard when you need a class and it is not offered or when all the classes you are trying to take or need are at the same time. Just remember to make a few back up schedules and be prepared to get classes you don't want. As long as you make it through the first tw years you'll be fine. The more credits you have the earlier you get to schedule.

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  9. What's unique about your campus?

    The values and beliefs the people in it hold and the freedom to express those beliefs as well as the warm acceptance of them.

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  10. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    This school has a very strong sense of community. Saint Vincent College has a small-town feel that creates a comfortable and open atmosphere to make it feel like home for many students. The school also concentrates on preparing students for their prospective careers and fosters an understanding for the real world's expectations of college graduates.

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  11. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A Christian who is willing to work hard, and stay active within in the school.

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  12. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    Since coming to Saint Vincent, I believe I have grown a great deal spiritually. I have met some of the best friends I will ever know and hope to have them as friends for a life time. The academic expectancies are significant, but as a result, I believe I will be well prepared once I leave this college. My professors are knowledgeable and excel in their fields. They are very approachable. I have been on one mission trip to China and I hope to go on another one. My experience has been very positive.

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  13. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I would have known more about the advisors and scheduling. Right now, we're in the process of expanding which can make it stressful when it comes to scheduling and finish all the requirements on time for graduation.

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Student Body

Students

48%

female

52%

male

1,646

Total Undergrad Enrollment

190

Total Grad Students

22%

Out-Of-State

78%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

57

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

67%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
85%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Saint Vincent College receive some sort of financial aid. 27% were awarded federal grants. While 77% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$33,426

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,300

Books and Supplies

$11,105

Room and Board

45,831

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$14,424
$30 - $48K
$16,242
$48 - $75K
$19,838
$75 - $110K
$22,503
$110K & UP
$25,492

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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