Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001767
- Phone: (312) 996-7000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
41.71%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
46FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$16,566Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Benedictine University (UIC)
601 S Morgan, Chicago, IL
Benedictine University is a nonprofit private institution located in Lisle, IL and provides a large number of program options for students. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. About 6,900 students enroll at Benedictine University per year.
Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Very common standardized test scores among students admitted to Benedictine University are in the range of 19 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 960 - 1230 on the SAT. This school has an acceptance rate of around 76% of which only 38% decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at ben.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $26,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,800 each year. Some students at Benedictine University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Benedictine University Eagles participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Sports available may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students can visit the school's http://www.ben.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates UIC accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Benedictine University is about 4,900. The student body is made up of 55% undergraduate students and 9% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $34,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Per unit charges are around $1,100 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $18,891 |
Receiving Student Loans | 69% | $7,122 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Benedictine University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Benedictine University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Northern Athletics Conference)
- Basketball (Northern Athletics Conference)
- Track and Field (Northern Athletics Conference)
- Football (Northern Athletics Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Benedictine University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B, M)
- Information Systems (M)
- Organizational Behavior Studies (B, C, D, M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- International Business (B)
- Taxation (M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Clinical Psychology (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- North Central College in Niles, IL (3 miles away)
- Wheaton College in Macomb, IL (6 miles away)
- Elmhurst College in Elgin, IL (11 miles away)
- Lewis University in Godfrey, IL (12 miles away)
- Aurora University in Rock Island, IL (13 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001767
- Phone: (312) 996-7000
- School Homepage