St Catherine University is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, registered in 1946, with $151,635,094 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 86% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2024)
$151.6M
▲ 2.8% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$148.0M
Net assets
$266.3M
Employees
1,891
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For St Catherine University: 86% to programs · $13 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For St Catherine University: 22 mo reserves · +2% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For St Catherine University: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For St Catherine University: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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We educate women to lead and influence.
St. catherine university helps students achieve their best by offering small classes, committed faculty members, and an array of academic and personal support services. these services include academic advising, financial aid and career counseling, a health and wellness center, a campus ministry program and accommodations for students with disabilities. all of our services combine to make the st. kate's experience one that nurtures students in mind, body and spirit.in addition, st. catherine has programs that cater to specific student populations. for example, the office of international student services and center for international development programs and services provides advising, advocacy and referrals for students of color. see schedule othe access & success program helps student parents balance school, finances and family life, including helping them to find affordable housing and reputable childcare.
St. catherine university is, at heart, a community - one that recognizes students, faculty and staff members as whole human beings who have practical as well as intellectual needs. our auxiliary services contribute to the overall quality of life on the 110-acre st. paul campus.auxiliary services is the parent department of a diverse group of internal units, including o'shaughnessy auditorium, printing services, residence halls and apartments, campus mail, dining and catering, bookstores, and meeting and events services. see schedule oour facilities crew ensures that campus buildings and grounds are well maintained and aesthetically pleasing. sodexo, the food service provider, underscores the values of st. catherine university with its emphasis on nutrition, safe and fair working conditions, recycling and protecting the environment.
Revenue grew from $125.9M (FY2013) to $151.6M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
2.4%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$379.4M
Total liabilities
$113.1M
Net assets
$266.3M
Salaries & benefits
$59.7M
40% of expenses
Board members
28
28 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $151,635,094▲2.8% | $147,993,658▲0.8% | $266,303,846▲3.9% | $379,394,310▲0.9% | 990 |
| 2023 | $147,558,941▲13.9% | $146,778,433▲2.9% | $256,358,534▲7.9% | $375,927,006▲12.8% | 990 |
| 2022 | $129,561,387▼14.8% | $142,670,353▲2.6% | $237,483,583▼6.4% | $333,346,542▼4.2% | 990 |
| 2021 | $151,987,046▼1.6% | $138,994,406▲1.7% | $253,738,684▼5.3% | $347,889,355▼5.0% | 990 |
| 2020 | $154,511,110▲7.2% | $136,621,943▼1.1% | $267,877,476▲28.3% | $366,048,829▲17.5% | 990 |
| 2019 | $144,068,483▼2.4% | $138,082,526▼1.6% | $208,844,625▲4.2% | $311,571,268▲3.1% | 990 |
| 2018 | $147,599,603▲5.8% | $140,297,876▼0.1% | $200,493,457▲1.2% | $302,192,671▲4.3% | 990 |
| 2017 | $139,464,813▼2.7% | $140,399,490▲5.6% | $198,117,576▲2.2% | $289,861,821▲2.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $143,348,897▲10.8% | $132,990,932▲3.7% | $193,939,010▲14.5% | $283,553,709▲8.8% | 990 |
| 2015 | $129,423,587▲1.0% | $128,298,236▲4.1% | $169,359,075▼3.3% | $260,531,827▼2.0% | 990 |
| 2014 | $128,082,372▲1.8% | $123,203,140▲3.1% | $175,210,725▲3.0% | $265,851,815▲6.1% | 990 |
| 2013 | $125,870,347 | $119,550,590▲2.9% | $170,097,338▲8.5% | $250,528,417▲5.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $116,150,358▲5.0% | $156,736,368▲11.0% | $237,973,924▲6.6% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $110,610,752▲5.0% | $141,190,396▼3.0% | $223,283,458▼2.0% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $105,391,216▲5.7% | $145,586,976▲14.7% | $227,875,262▲8.3% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $99,707,087 | $126,973,311 | $210,327,026 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Highest-paid: Rebecca K Roloff — $536,434 (0.36% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca K Roloff | President (thru 12/24) | 40 | $536,434 |
| Marcheta Evans | President (started 7/24) | 40 | $231,462 |
| Jean Hovick | Svp It & Cio | 40 | $188,645 |
| Tracey Gran | Cfo | 40 | $187,914 |
| Denise Baird | Co-provost | 40 | $182,788 |
| Dianne Oliver | Co-provost | 40 | $170,261 |
| John Pyle | Chief of Staff | 40 | $160,815 |
| Todd Schnell | Chief Legal Officer | 40 | $158,615 |
| Sean Fitzpatrick | Dean, Health Science | 40 | $158,222 |
| Suzanne Lehman | Dean, School of Nursing | 40 | $150,083 |
| Mary Thao | Controller | 40 | $143,020 |
| Stephanie De Sam Lazaro | Assoc Prof Ghr | 40 | $128,902 |
| Andrea C Lee | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Angela Slaughter | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Anne Gotte | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Anne Mckeig | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Christine Moore | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Colleen O'malley Csj | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Dandre Carpenter | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Diane Shelstad Huston | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Mcgough Construction | Construction Contractor Services | $10,373,217 |
| Sodexo & Affiliates | Food Services | $4,235,439 |
| Orbis Education Services LLC | Online Educational Services | $4,046,474 |
| Kraft Contracting LLC | Mechanical Contractor Services | $1,657,338 |
| Sextant Marketing LLC | Marketing Enrollment | $1,221,399 |
137 grants to St Catherine University totaling $11.2M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $167,346 |
| Catholic Community Foundation of Minnesota | General operating, scholarship fund, campaign gift, tuition assistance, tuition for nursing or pre-med students, program support | 2024 | $141,670 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Education | 2024 | $50,000 |
| Minneapolis Foundation | Donor advised, education | 2024 | $19,042 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $17,275 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $6,500 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $6,350 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Educational | 2024 | $5,500 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Education | 2023 | $1,050,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Education | 2023 | $117,319 |
| Catholic Community Foundation of Minnesota | General operating, program support, scholarship fund, tuition assistance | 2023 | $84,953 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $80,450 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2023 | $30,220 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $29,978 |
| Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation | Multiple grants for programs, operations, or other purposes | 2023 | $20,375 |
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Data for St Catherine University (EIN 41-0695509) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.