Overview
Benedictine University was founded in 1887 by Benedectine monks. It is a private institution that has a “selective” admissions process and bases its curriculum on Roman Catholic teachings. It is home to the Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum which houses thousands of mammals, fish, reptiles, and fossils. The school is based in Lisle, Illinois, and operates branch campuses in Springfield, IL, and Mesa, Arizona.
Acceptance Rate:
93%
Average Net Price:
$27,061
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
21
Average SAT Composite
1098
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $32,546 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $32,546 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,266 |
| Books and Supplies | $1900 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
100%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
43%
Average Aid Per Year
$20,083
43%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,366
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$16,349
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
30%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5102
40%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,366
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$10,106,067
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$27,083,475
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
67%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,294
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$219
Students receiving federal loans
67%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,213
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,763
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
2746
Students Applied
76%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
252
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$40
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 21
Average SAT Composite: 1098
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.4
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,123
Total Number of Undergrads
2,042
0
100
33%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
46%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
75
Faculty Overview
0
100
51%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
39
Countries Represented
13
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
34%
Student Organizations
50
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
19%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
25%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Eagles
School Colors
red and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference
Total Male Athletes
425
Total Female Athletes
252
Intramural Sports
12
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Benedictine University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$56,400
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Springfield
Phoenix
Atlanta
New York
Top 5 Employers
Benedictine University
Advocate Health Care
Walgreens
Northwestern Medicine
College of DuPage
Top 5 Sectors
Healthcare Services
Business Development
Education
Operations
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,750
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$219
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingIt is a small university. There is a lot of interaction between the professors and students. Professors are extremely nice and helpful, and they would help you anytime. This way i am learning a lot in every single course i am taking.
Mirza from Naperville, IL
The teachers know what they're doing at Benedictine. They have office hours that allow you to come in whenever you have a question.
Rich
i have visited the campus in lisle, il several times. i absolutely love it. it is perfect for me. it is a small campus with a big name. it is one of the safest schools in the us at the moment. the staff are unbelievably kind! i love it!
SARA from Bonfield, IL
benedictine is an amazing school with a beautiful campus. the teachers really care about their students. the smaller atmosphere makes it easier to get the one on one help you need, and to make longs lasting friendships.
Shauna from Bolingbrook, IL
benedictine university is a great institution for students facing adversity. the faculty, staff and students all work together to provide a great community. at benedictine university everyone is someone you should know.
Shaccira from Lisle, IL
I would rate Benedictine University with a seven the the campus is pretty small so people tend to be in your business all the time. The parties are good but they are not epic nothing really big happens not too many people party on campus considering the strict rules the school had imposed. The professors are rally nice depending on who you get some even curve the grades for their students.
Lia from chicago, IL
Benedictine University is a university that includes all students. It provides an environment of academic excellence and challenges. It is a place for people to excel in whatever area they want.
Justin from Phoenix, AZ
Due to the small class sizes there is a lot more student/teacher interaction.
Patrycja from Yorkville, IL
This school looks as if it has a very nice curriculum.
Antonia from Maywood, IL
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