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Minerva University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 570
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Acceptance rate 1%
Students retention rate 90%
On-time graduation rate 81%

Located in San Francisco, California, Minerva University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate at Minerva University is 1%, indicating that the institution is quite selective in its admissions process. This can be seen as a positive aspect for those seeking a competitive and academically rigorous environment.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Minerva University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Minerva University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 90% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 85% and 74%, respectively.


  • The institution provides on-campus housing
  • Freshman students are required to live on campus

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$16,450

Cost of attendance at Minerva University in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$16,450

Cost of attendance at Minerva University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 67 of freshman students at Minerva University received on average $14,518 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$14,518
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 0 0% - -
Other Federal Grant 0 0% - -
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 411 67% $14,518 $5,967,087
Total Grant & Scholarships 411 67% $14,518 $5,967,087

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Minerva University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Minerva University students is 80.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 87.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 75.0%.

80.7%

  • white 75.0% 12 students
  • unknown 100.0% 2 students
  • International Students 80.9% 55 students

Service Offerings

Minerva University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Minerva University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Credit for military training