Bradley University
Originally founded as a watch-making school by Lydia Moss Bradley in 1897, Bradley University is a private institution in central Illinois. Bradley confers bachelor’s degrees in over 185 academic areas of study. Throughout the year, Bradley programs a number of all-campus social activities through its Late Night BU series including paintball, fencing, and glow-in-the-dark mini golf. For sports fans, BU fields 13 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Braves.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
City
Average ACT Composite: 26
Average SAT Composite: 1163
Key Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | October 15, 2019 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1, 2019 |
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
5,844
Total Number of Undergrads
4,649
Academic Calendar
Semester
Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
0
100
51%
Graduate in 4 Years
National: 28%
0
100
74%
Graduate in 6 Years
National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
National: 21:1 Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition | $31,740
|
| Out-of-State Tuition | $31,740
|
Students Receiving Financial Aid
98%
Average Aid Per Year
$4,195
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Gender
Student Organizations
240
Size of Town
City: Midsize
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Peoria
Saint Louis
New York
Denver
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
78%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$51,200
What Students Are Saying
3.97
Average Rating
Bradley is very welcoming. The firs time I stepped foot on campus, I knew this was the college I wanted to attend. There are so many things to do and look forward to.
Stephanie from Tinley Park, IL
After my visit to Bradley, I'd give the school an overall 9. The school has everything that I need and all of the resources that will help me in my future.
Nina from Westchester, IL
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