Saint Catharine College

Saint Catharine College traces its roots to an academy established by the Kentucky Sisters of Saint Dominic in 1823. This became a Normal School in the 1920s, and was founded as the St. Catharine Junior College in 1931. Initially a women's college, it became a coeducational institute in 1951, and was christened Saint Catharine College. This Roman Catholic college is situated in St. Catharine, Kentucky.

Saint Catharine College grants associate's degrees in arts, science, and applied science. Bachelor's degree programs are available in liberal arts, criminal justice, management, health sciences, and education. Students can also opt for certificate courses in pastoral ministry, computer information systems, and early childhood education.

There are a number of student clubs and organizations at Saint Catharine College including the Phi Theta Kappa, Campus Ministry, the Student Senate, the International Club, Students In Free Enterprise, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Students Above Traditional Age, and St. Catharine College Chorale. Students also participate in varsity sports like basketball, golf, soccer, baseball, softball, and volleyball. The teams are nicknamed the Patriots.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
• Unusually high availability of athletic financial aid.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Distance learning available
• Weekend study option
• Part-time classes available
• Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 667 in 2007-2008 (510 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Saint Catharine College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2008-2009):

Housing and Meals

Saint Catharine College provides on-campus housing for 232 of its 510 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.

Athletics

The school is in the Mid-South Conference for major sports.

The school offers financial aid for athletes. Of students receiving athletic financial aid, 74 male students received the aid (men were 58% of those receiving aid) and 53 women were awarded financial aid based on athletics (representing 42% of students receiving such aid) .