Benedictine College
Founded in 1859, Benedictine College is a private, Roman Catholic institution sponsored by both the Mount St. Scholastica Monastery and St. Benedict’s Abbey. Located in Atchison, Kansas, Benedictine also has a campus in Florence, Italy. This “selective” admissions college takes students on 20 mission trips per year, has an on-campus Observatory inaugurated by Vatican astronomers, and was named an All-Steinway School by Steinway & Sons. Benedictine also features an Honors Program, the Gregorian Fellows for Catholic Leaders, and the STEM Fellows for talented science, technology, engineering, and mathematics students.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Town
Key Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15, 2019 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | December 1, 2019 |
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,166
Total Number of Undergrads
2,085
Academic Calendar
Semester
Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
0
100
46%
Graduate in 4 Years
National: 28%
0
100
63%
Graduate in 6 Years
National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
National: 21:1 Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition | $30,055
|
| Out-of-State Tuition | $30,055
|
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
Average Aid Per Year
$17,298
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Gender
Student Organizations
38
Size of Town
Town: Distant
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Kansas City
Saint Joseph
Saint Louis
Denver
Dallas
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
75%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$40,100
What Students Are Saying
4.22
Average Rating
close-knit, faith-centered, fun-loving college. serious about their studies, and serious about their fun. one of america's best top colleges!
M. from San Diego, CA
benedictine college has an excellent spirit of community, great professors, and wonderful faith-based values. the student body is growing, and the school is quickly responding with new buildings and campus improvements. it's a great place to live, meet people, and to grow in faith and scholarship.
Kristin from Loretto, MN
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