Overview
Bennett College is a private, four-year, and historically black liberal arts college for women. It was founded in 1873 as a coeducational school for teachers, but in 1926 it became a four-year women's college. The 60-acre campus in Greensboro, North Carolina features the Holgate Library, which contains more than 90,000 monographs, 36,000 ebooks, 2,400 audio-visual items, and 23,000 periodicals. It is also home to the Steele Hall Gallery that exhibits black artists and the Center of Entrepreneurial Studies (CES) to prepare “high-impact young entrepreneurs.”
Acceptance Rate:
45%
Average Net Price:
$21,356
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
2.8
Average ACT Composite
16
Average SAT Composite
911
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. | $19,140 |
| 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. | $19,140 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,804 |
| Books and Supplies | $422 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
47%
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.
75%
Average Aid Per Year
$14,996
75%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$7,149
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$10,676
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
35%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5679
85%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$7,149
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.
$5,734,971
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$126,248
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.
88%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,761
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.
$9,500
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.
$296
Students receiving federal loans
88%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,761
Average Other Loans Per Year
$20,000
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- United Methodist
- HBCU
- Women’s College
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
1042
Students Applied
95%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
8
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
$35
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
3%
Submitting ACT
13%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 16
Average SAT Composite: 911
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
2.8
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
168
Total Number of Undergrads
168
0
100
18%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
30%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
6:1
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
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
16
Faculty Overview
0
100
68%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
28
Countries Represented
5
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
32%
Student Organizations
26
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
0
100
78%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
69%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Belles
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
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
$32,700
Top 5 Cities
Greensboro
Washington
New York
Atlanta
Raleigh
Top 5 Employers
Guilford County Schools
Bennett College
North Carolina A&T State University
LabCorp
Mary Kay Global
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Community and Social Services
Operations
Administrative
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.
$9,500
Loan Default Rate
13%
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.
$296
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingWith Bennett being a liberal arts institution, I know the education I am receiving allows me the freedom to explore other majors and interest such as acting or painting and not feel claustrophobic within my own major. Bennett’s curriculum forces you to think outside the box by making classes such as philosophy apart of the general education requirement. It also has specialized programs such as Aces where they invite speakers to bless us with their wisdom and insight into their profession. In all the education is well round and the teachers are truly dedicate to your success if you are dedicated to your own.
Brittany from Atlanta, GA
I find that not only am i learning book work but all so things i can i can take with me in life no matter where i go
Salena from baltimore, MD
I am not only learning the necessary skills to excel in my career, but I am also learning life long lessons that assist me in creating a firm foundation is self and my abilities as a young woman.
Hershelle from Elk Grove, CA
so far upon visiting bennett and learning about this school, i believe i will learn a lot here. bennett belles!
Anonymous
Going to Bennett College for Women teaches you not only the things you need for your major but also things you may need for your life experiences and that is one thing I can honestly say I love about Bennett College for Women. Bennett gives you the sisterhood each and every young lady needs in her life. I can honestly say that being at Bennett was the best thing for me. I enjoy it to the fullest and I do not think I would choose another school even if I had a chance. Going to Bennett is the best thing that any woman could do.
Charlesa from Greensboro, NC
On a scale of 1-10 Bennett deserves an eight. I think they're organizes well, but off with handling some things in a management time. Other then that Bennett is GREAT.
Tiera from Fairmont, NC
Bennett College is a very nurturing school with a small community feel touch. The staff are there for you to help you succeed. This school is a very traditional school that prides itself on keeping certain traditions alive.
Ashley from Greensboro, NC
A great place for young women to learn and advance. A small and personal campus for students. A place I believe will be a great start for my life.
Sherita from Ft. Washington, MD
I would give Bennett College a 8 out of a 10 point scale. Bennett College for Women is a great opportunity for young women who are trying to find themselves, because they install into who how to be a women and carry yourselves in the working field. If your looking for a good sisterhood school that is small Bennett is the right choice for you.
Minieratu from Silver Spring, MD
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