About Cardinal Stritch University

Founded in 1937, Cardinal Stritch University. is a Private college. Located in Wisconsin, which is a city setting in Wisconsin, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,534 full time undergraduate students, and 930 full time graduate students.

The Cardinal Stritch University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 79 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Cardinal Stritch University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate81%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range930-1083
ACT Range18-22

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,5% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 25 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Cardinal Stritch University.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
38%
“We know about current events and vote”
63%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
75%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
50%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
88%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
50%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
13%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
38%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
88%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
38%
“We know about current events and vote”
63%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
75%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
50%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
88%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
50%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
13%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
38%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
88%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    13 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    12 Students rated off-campus housing 3.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    16 Students rated campus food 2.8 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    18 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    18 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 72 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    18 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 28 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    18 Students rated local services 4.2 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    18 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.

Cardinal Stritch University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Cardinal Stritch University?

12 Students rated Cardinal Stritch University

Brianna - 03/15/2021

It is a very inviting place and has professors who are exceptionally knowledgeable about their field. They are extremely approachable and understanding, they will work with you to ensure your success. They have proven to be quite adept at adjusting to situations, especially during the pandemic.

PEARL - 05/12/2020

Cardinal Stritch University has lit a fire under me. I have a new love of learning because of Cardinal Stritch. If I can make one suggestion, it would be to do away with group projects. I have run into so many problems with overbearing members as well as members who make excuses to members who are flat out lazy and being a professional non-tradition student, I don't have the time or patience to deal with other adults. I am not a babysitter, guidance counselor or parent to these people and will not take on any of those roles. I am the member who will do my part and will submit with or without other's contributions.

Anerelis - 09/24/2019

Cardinal Stritch University is overall a great university. There are many things that can use some improvement, but thats’s to be expected for every institution. Cardinal Stritch offers a friendly environment to everyone. They make sure to offer students the necessary resources to ensure success in the future. There’s a lot of on-campus organizations that one can join, tutoring services, and fun activities on campus that are hosted from time to time.

Angela - 09/03/2019

The school is really small, and all of the buildings are close together, so it's easy to arrive anywhere quickly. It's great that the classes are all small, so everyone can get any extra help or one on one help that they need. All professors are very helpful and open to any student in need of help, so we all feel comfortable reaching out to anyone. Overall most of the students feel comfortable because everyone has such a good vibe throughout the campus, so everyone can reach out to anyone for help or a simple question without hesitation.

Cardinal Stritch University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Cardinal Stritch University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Cardinal Stritch University is 81%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    In my opinion as a college student who has an elder brother at a huge college i would have to say you have to tailor your college selections to your childs personality. Make a wise decision on the size and type of school they attend to maximize the ability for your child to grow. I know from personal expeircine college students who are in the right enviroment flourish just as the seeds that are thrown into the fertile soil yet just as the seeds that get cast into the stoney and malnurished soil, college students who are set into a bad and restrictive college enviroment wither and get consumed by the negative aspects of life and bet bogged down. Thus i conclud for the growth and behavior of your son or daughter i highly recomend you searching for the school that fits your childs way of life and outlook on life to make the most intelligent and correct decision in their life. Remember this decision will make or break the success of your child for the rest of his life.

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  3. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    The kind of person that should not attend this school as an adult learner is someone who does not like to do research and write papers. There also is alot of group projects. You must plan on spending at least 2 hrs per week with your group members.

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  4. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    I enjoyed attending the University of Phoenix. Classroom sizes are small, instructors are nice and helpful

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  5. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I personally attend the Madison, Wisconsin campus so I tend to get emails about topics more specific to the day to day student life of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin campus. I am an enrolled in their program for working adults and take one class at a time which meets one night a week. There is a high volume of homework inbetween classes so you must be self-disciplined in order to accomplish good grades.

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  6. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Those who are working a 8-5 Monday-Friday job or have kids or extra responsibilities

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  7. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I knew that the tuition would go up every year, if it was possible to know.

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  8. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The location of my school is great. The professors are WONDERFUL and care very much about their students. The class sizes are very small and the students are all very friendly.

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  9. Describe the students at your school.

    At Cardinal Stritch, you can expect a diverse student body where there are so many cultures and ethnicity.

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  10. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    CSU is best known for it's business and nursing programs: one of the best schools in southeast Wisconsin for those disciplines, actually. This, and the caring community of students and faculty that walk the halls. We're proud to show others the "Stritch Experience" to communities all over the US.

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  11. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The campus is very welcoming, and comfortable. The education program is awesome. I knew I would learn more at Stritch than at any other school. And I really feel like that has proved to be true.

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  12. What are the academics like at your school?

    Since we have such a small population here at Stritch it is so much better in small classes because each professor is able to know your name and have more time to interact with every student one on one. My favorite class is psychology so far. I haven't had so much interest in a class before. It doesn't even feel like a class because the professor makes the material so fun and easy to learn. Students here at Cardinal Stritch probably study on a daily basis. Everytime I go into the library I see kids everywhere working on homework. At the moment I am undecided in my major but I am hoping by taking more classes I will eventually find what I am most interested in doing in the future.

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  13. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    I think that most of the popular events would be some of the hall events when people gather to do different activities with other kids who stay on campus, but of course even commuters are welcome! Also we have lots of groups such as: Psychology club, Spanish club, and different student orginizations. It is nice because if there is a group that we don't offer, you are always welcome to start one!

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  14. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    When I came to the school I was hesitant because it was so small and I wasn't sure if it would be the right fit for me. Eventually I learned that the small population helped me meet almost everyone and it is very convinient to study and to also be involved in multiple things around campus.

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  15. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    Personally, I think at Cardinal Stritch University we have such a respectful and caring enviroment and I can't say that I have heard any types of stereotypes. We are taught to accept everyone as they are.

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  16. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Parts of the the campus (a few remaining classrooms and some of the res halls) are a little outdated. But that issue is being remedied steadily as the school grows.

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Student Body

Students

66%

female

34%

male

1,534

Total Undergrad Enrollment

930

Total Grad Students

14%

Out-Of-State

85%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

20

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

7%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
19%
% Hispanic/Latino
14%
% White or Caucasian
47%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Cardinal Stritch University receive some sort of financial aid. 40% were awarded federal grants. While 76% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$28,212

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$700

Books and Supplies

$7,940

Room and Board

36,852

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$13,672
$30 - $48K
$15,062
$48 - $75K
$18,295
$75 - $110K
$18,021
$110K & UP
$22,011

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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