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Adventurous, compassionate, imaginative, and faithful are the words that best describe our student body. Which word best describes your spirit?

Adventurous, compassionate, imaginative, and faithful are the words that best describe our student body. Which word best describes your spirit?

Lauryn Bernt '25

“I came in tune with its faith values, and the foundation that it built on the Catholic Benedictine faith."Read More
Dr. Kathleen Gibson

"If I can teach them how to be compassionate and look out for others and even help each other, they'll be better in their careers."Read More
Trey Lopez '25

"After providing care to multiple patients I have gotten to know, it was encouraging to hear personally from them that they appreciated my help."Read More
Kannon Dumont '25

“I made it a goal of mine to apply for this internship when it became this time of my life, and I was lucky enough to go!”Read More
Madison Ireland '25

“I wanted to be a part of something bigger than myself and just do good in the world.”Read More
Father Grant Lacey

"The Chapel right there in the middle is the heart of the campus, bridging that gap between the university side and the monastery side."Read More

1st

Anesthesia Degree Program in U.S.

Direct admission from undergraduate nursing to doctor of nurse anesthesia practice.
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Benedictine Values

Awareness of God, community, hospitality and lifelong learning guide our students in life.
100%

Receive Financial Aid Offers

Making a private Catholic education affordable.
13

NAIA Scholar-Teams

Your academic and athletic success are one and the same.
21+

Student Clubs & Orgs

So you can make lasting friendships and be a part of some groups.
970

Enrolled Students

The perfect size to explore your world without getting lost in the shuffle.
25+

Programs

Undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
88%

Graduate with Work Experience

Through completing internships or work experience before graduation.
3

Locations

We have three locations in South Dakota: Yankton, Watertown and Sioux Falls.

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