Sister Dennis Frandrup Artist Residency

College of St Benedict & St John's University

The residency takes place across two campuses—College of Saint Benedict in Saint Joseph, MN, and Saint John’s University in Collegeville, MN—located approximately 85 miles from the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.

The residency provides six weeks of dedicated studio time, housing, and a modest stipend. Artists receive a private studio space with essential tools and access to studio-specific equipment (including cameras and an editing lab). Past resident artists have shared their creative work and process through a public lecture, studio visits with senior art majors, and an open studio reception at the conclusion of their stay.

This family-friendly program carries no application or residency fees, lodging included, an a modest stipend is available.  Travel expenses are not reimbursable. International artists are welcome to apply, with visa arrangements being the responsibility of the artist.

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