Congratulations! You're accepted to St. Scholastica
Be excited, share the good news with your friends and family, and let’s help you finish what you started!
St. Scholastica is a welcoming community that allows you to become part of something bigger than yourself. We’re excited to help you follow your dreams and make a difference in the world. Take these next steps to explore campus and begin your adventure.
We’re Here to Help
If you have questions while completing your next steps, contact us at admissions@css.edu or 218-723-6046 and we will lead you through the process.

Tour The Campus
Meet with an admissions counselor and tour campus to see all that The College of St. Scholastica has to offer! Schedule your visit today.
Visit Virtually
Join us from the comfort and safety of your home, school or anywhere! During your personalized virtual visit, you will meet 1:1 with an admissions counselor via phone, email or live video chat.
Register for Courses
Fill out your pre-advisement form so you can prepare to register for classes early. Fall registration takes place in April and spring registration takes place in October. If you did not receive one, please email Brenda Panger at bpanger@css.edu.
Additional Steps to Complete
Begin Your FAFSA
Start the FAFSA process early as this is the step to obtain your financial aid package. This will allow you to determine how much aid you will receive. St. Scholastica’s FAFSA code is 002343.
You may also complete the Financial Aid Net Cost Calculator in the fall to receive an estimate of the package you will receive.
After Oct. 1 – complete using information from your previous year’s taxes.
Look for Scholarships
Check out these additional scholarships.
Financial Aid Important Dates and Deadlines
September
- Fall classes begin — see Academic Calendar
October 1
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens for the next academic year
January (mid-month)
- Spring classes begin — see Academic Calendar
June 1
- If selected for Verification, please submit verification materials to financialaid@css.edu or via mail
- Begin all loan processes by this date to ensure funds will be received in time for the beginning of fall term
July 1
- Scholarship deadline
July (mid-month)
- Fall semester bills go out to St. Scholastica email accounts
- Sign up opens for the optional monthly payment plan for fall semester
August 20
- Bill due for fall semester if you are paying out of pocket
- Student Checklist due
Ongoing
- To be considered for student employment, you must complete the FAFSA and be offered student employment on your Financial Aid notification document. There are a limited number of positions that are available to students who don’t qualify for federal or state funded positions. Visit the Student Employment page for more information and to view and apply for jobs.
Submit Final Transcripts for AP, IB, CITS or PSEO
Please order the following official transcripts:
- College transcripts from all colleges that you have attended, including military, trade, technical, unaccredited or differently accredited schools
- College transcripts from all colleges from which you have received financial aid
- High School transcripts, if you have no college credit
- International transcripts: Please see the International Admissions page for additional requirements
- Closed school transcripts: Check the OHE website to see who to contact for an official transcript
All transcripts are required for admission and to determine the number of credits you may transfer to St. Scholastica. Transcripts must be received on or before the application deadline. Order early in the application process!
Email official transcripts to transcripts@css.edu. Electronic transcripts must be from a certified electronic official transcript provider such as Parchment, Docufide, Scrip Safe, National Clearinghouse or other certified, online transcript services.
Mailed transcripts must be in the original sealed envelope from the school. Mail to:
The College of St. Scholastica
Transcript Processing
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, MN 55811
Housing
On-campus housing is available to transfer students. If you are interested in living on campus, you’ll need to complete a housing contract. You will receive information on accessing the housing contract after acceptance.
Obtain VA Education Benefits (if qualify)
- Complete the Admitted Military Student Form
- Contact Jessica Johnston, our veterans resource center coordinator, to gain access to our Veterans Resource Center and our military-specific welcome packet of resources and procedures
- Check out the steps for each benefit