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Saint Edward's University

Austin, TX·Private nonprofit·2,729 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $55,700 within 10 years; generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.

84%
Accept
2,729
Students
$23,636
Net Price
64%
Grad Rate
$55,700
Earnings
10 yr
$20,000
Debt

About This School

Saint Edward's University is a private nonprofit institution located in Austin, Texas with approximately 2,729 undergraduate students enrolled. Saint Edward's University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 84%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,636 per year. The graduation rate is 64%, and the typical graduate earns $55,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic university in Austin, Texas, United States. It was founded and is operated in the Holy Cross tradition.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — the 64% graduation rate means more than one in three students don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before committing. That said, Austin's location opens real doors, the $20,000 median debt at graduation is relatively manageable, and median earnings of $55,700 a decade out suggest graduates land on their feet. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small Catholic campus with a strong sense of community and you have a clear plan to stay enrolled and finish.

Founded
1873
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing21%
Psychology12%
Biological Sciences10%
Visual & Performing Arts9%
Communications8%
Social Sciences6%
English4%
Computer Science4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Laurentino CortizoSalam FayyadTim RussJorge QuirogaGabriel LunaSilvestre RevueltasKhalid bin Ahmed Al KhalifaAbdul Karim al-KabaritiWilliam MulveyTaj McWilliams-Franklin

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1135
Reading 75th %ile640
Math 75th %ile595

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$51,384
Out-of-State Tuition
$51,384
Avg Net Price
$23,636
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants39%
Median debt at graduation$20,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
64%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
78%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$41,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.8x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White28%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino55%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,729 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Saint Edward's University

3001 S Congress Ave

Austin, TX 78704-6489

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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