Benedictine University

Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois, is a distinguished institution that embodies a commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. Rooted in the Catholic and Benedictine traditions, it offers a nurturing environment for students to thrive and grow.

2,989

Students

77%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,842

Classification

University

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Website

ben.edu

With a rich history dating back to its founding by the Benedictine monks, the university fosters a holistic education that integrates liberal arts with professional programs. Benedictine University encourages its students to pursue intellectual curiosity and ethical leadership through a broad array of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. The university is dedicated to developing well-rounded individuals who are prepared to meet the challenges of a diverse and dynamic world. By promoting values-driven education, Benedictine University cultivates leaders who are thoughtful, responsible, and committed to making a positive impact on society.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Benedictine University?

77% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

Unknown

Testing

Test Required

Average High School GPA

0.04

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Benedictine University considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Application Essay
•Rigor of Secondary School Record

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Benedictine University.

$ 49,392

Overall list price

$ 25,658

Average net price

$ 32,202

Merit Price™

Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Benedictine University?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Limited

Greek participation

Weather

Sunny days

Cloudy

Average winter temp

30°

Average summer temp

71°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Benedictine University.

13:1

Student to faculty ratio

39%

4-year grad rate

53%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Benedictine University are:

Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

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Demographics

Who attends Benedictine University?

39

States represented

13

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

2,989

Women

50%

Men

50%

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Housing

What's it like living at Benedictine University?

$10,266

Room & Board

25

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Benedictine University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 0.04.

How much does Benedictine University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $49,392 to attend Benedictine University.

How many people attend Benedictine University?

2,989 people attend Benedictine University. 1,842 are undergraduate students and 1,147 are graduate students.

Where is Benedictine University located?

Benedictine University is located in Lisle, Illinois. It is in a Suburb environment.

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