Bradley University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Bradley University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Bradley University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Peoria, Illinois. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,883, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The university offers 123 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 72%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $37,380.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile25-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1070-1280
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
52%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
46%
Unknown
2%
Black
8%
Hispanic
11%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
36% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
14
Total Online Enrollment
2,730
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.52% online, 48% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
92% On-campus
8% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's2% online
Graduate Certificate38% online
Master's19% online
Doctorate67% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
56%
State Grant Aid
39%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
36%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$46k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 11 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 12 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 13 | History. | |||
| 14 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 15 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 16 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 17 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 18 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 19 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 22 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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