Bradley University
Bradley University

Bradley University

Peoria, IL, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, founded by Lydia Moss Bradley, an amazing, future-focused woman in 1897. Here, you’ll have lots of opportunities to discover and learn through study abroad programs, unique capstone experiences, research with professors, and so much more. Wherever your path takes you, we’ll help you find amazing internships that can lead to job offers. At Bradley, we’ve been breaking boundaries for over 125 years, and you will too. That’s why our motto is, “Whatever you do, be you!”

Acceptance Rate:
75%
Average Net Price:
$24,053
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.8
Average ACT Composite
26
Average SAT Composite
1182

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$24,053
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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.
$39,680
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.
$39,680
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$12,850
Books and Supplies
$1200
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$17,128
$30k - $48k
$16,929
$48k - $75k
$18,353
$75k - $110k
$24,667
$110k+
$29,902
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
77%
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.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$26,693
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.
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,046
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$22,367

 

Students receiving state aid
39%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5336
Students receiving federal aid
56%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,046
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$33,753
$30k - $48k
$34,589
$48k - $75k
$32,528
$75k - $110k
$26,214
$110k+
$20,979
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.
$70,110,688
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$24,695,800

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.
69%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,299
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.
$27,000
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.
$270
Students receiving federal loans
69%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,280
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,516

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
0
100
75%
Acceptance Rate
11352
Students Applied
56%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
133
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is not checked
No
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier.November 1
Fall Regular DecisionFebruary 1June 1

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Application Fee
$35
Fee waivers available
Applications Accepted
Common Application
Common Application
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
87%
Out-Of-State Students
14%
14%
Submitting ACT
40%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 26
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1182
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
520
75th
640
Reading
25th
530
75th
640
3.8
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
57%
3.50 - 3.74
19%
3.25 - 3.49
12%
3.00 - 3.24
8%
2.50 - 2.99
4%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
29
Top 25%
48
Top 50%
86

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 309-677-1000
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
5,552
Total Number of Undergrads
4,143
0
100
58%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
74%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non 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

2-19 Students
61%
20-39 Students
35%
40-99 Students
3%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
136

Faculty Overview

0
100
85%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
49%
51%
Residency
In-State Students
87%
Out-Of-State Students
14%
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
43
Countries Represented
50
Ethnicity
African American
9%
Asian/Pacific Islander
4%
Hispanic
14%
White
65%
Multiracial
3%
Unknown
2%
Percent of First Generation Students
24%
Student Organizations
216
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is not checked
No
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
69%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
63%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Braves
School Colors
red and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
126
Total Female Athletes
101
Intramural Sports
16
Sports Club
8
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
Bradley University Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$58,300
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Peoria
Saint Louis
New York
Denver
Top 5 Employers
Caterpillar Inc.
Bradley University
OSF HealthCare
State Farm
AT&T
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Engineering
Operations
Sales
Education
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.
$27,000
Loan Default Rate
2%
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.
$270
Wow. Bradley University is a wonderful college for those who want to receive a great education in any chosen field of study. Bradley offers the best of the best college professors who all share the same passion and enthusiasm in not only their studies, but also in their students. Amongst the faculty of Bradley University includes Dr. Kevin Stein, who is Illinois' Poet Laureate. I was a student in his class, and I must say that he is a very dedicated, responsive, and passionate professor. In all of my classes, my teachers showed the same care for their pupils and many were available during their office hours if more help was needed. Bradley University is a good choice for the best education!
BRITTANY from Matteson, IL
I originally enrolled in Bradley University as a Dietetics Major but after a one on one sit down with the head of the Dietetics department during my orientation we decided the major was not for me. He recommended Nutrition and Wellness because it allowed me to learn most of the same information without having the focus of becoming a Dietitian, which is not what I wanted to be. After my first semester at Bradley I realized I made the right decision. I took Family Consumer Sciences along with the Dietetics Majors and I learned all the information they did.
Kensli from Chicago, IL
Bradley University is a top school in the engineering and nursing field. As an engineering student myself I am learning all sorts of interesting, helpful, and lifelong information. Bradley is opening the world to me through the eyes of a student, of a person ready to learn. Even if engineering or nursing isn't your major, the other curriculums are still top of the list. The teachers are always ready to help you and guide you to excellence. Your learning skills and experience will soar to new heights.
Joshua from Sumter, SC
The education I am receiving in the courses at Bradley is beyond what I imagined. Although the classes are difficult, the professors are very helpful. Also, you are offered free tutoring hours which I have found very helpful for learning anything I may find difficult. The classes are definitely preparing me for future courses and my career.
Rachel from St. Louis, MO
A majority of the teachers are incredible, they remember your name and they really help you feel like your an individual not just another number. The programs are all really great and you get an advisor who really knows what they're talking about and you will have them as a teacher by the time your a junior and a senior. One of the coolest things that I've been able to do is that you can minor in Leadership, something that will look great on a resume and you can learn so much from.
Abigail from Bloomington, IL
Bradley is a fantastic college for those looking for a warm, inviting classroom atmosphere. The professors are always willing to sit with their students, one-on-one, to halp them reach their fullest potential. At Bradley, the opportunities for success are endless.
Thomas from Oak Forest, IL
Bradley is an amazing school with a beautiful campus. The professors and staff are always looking for ways to help the students succeed. There are so many resources to use in order to have a wonderful college experience as well as finding careers after college.
Niyah from Chicago, IL
I absolutely love my classes and teachers at Bradley. I am learning a lot and the teachers make time for students to come in for additional help and questioning. Since Bradley is small, there are small class sizes which I find extremely helpful when asking questions. The small size allows for one-on-one time with the professors. The professors are great, they're extremely knowledgeable and I've never walked away without my question being answered.
Kristin from Bettendorf, IA
Bradley has small class sizes so you have a more personal relationship with your professors. They actually learn your name and help you out a lot when you ask.
Christina from Rockford, IL
I really love how Bradley is so personalized! That is the main reason I chose to be here. So far all of my teachers have been really involved in the learning process and it is very easy to get a hold of them for questions or office hours.
Each teacher is different but all of them have shown knowledge in their field and effectively use pictures and graphs to explain the concepts.
Bradely has a wonderful tutor program where you can get 2 hours of free tutoring a week. Not to mention the teachers are very concerned about how well you understand the material. Just ask them when to come in and they will help you as much as you need it!
Casey from Bartlett, IL