Founded: 1876

Type of institution: Small liberal arts college

Setting: Suburban

Undergraduate enrollment: 1,496 (2008–09 academic year)

Undergraduate cost: $30,304 (tuition, room and board for 2009–10)

Undergraduate majors: 20

Five Key Points

1.   The presence of the Abbey ensures a strong Benedictine influence and promotes strong Catholic identity.

2.   A 59-credit core curriculum provides a foundation in the liberal arts.

3.   Establishing national visibility through the Envoy Institute and other programs.

4.   Most students major in business-
related fields or education.

5.   Emphasis on sports as training in character and virtue