Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003742
- Phone: (703) 892-5100
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
79.42%FINANCIAL AID RATE
96%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
7:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$29,948Average 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
School Map
Sweet Briar College
2121 15th Street N, Arlington, VA
Sweet Briar College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Sweet Briar, VA, which is a predominantly suburban area. Sweet Briar College, with only about 760 students enrolled, has a low student to teacher ratio and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.
Students may pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Psychology
- Engineering
- Visual And Performing Arts
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1386 - 1790 on the SAT and between 22 - 27 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to this school. 82% of students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 37% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at sbc.edu.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $34,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Sweet Briar College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Contact information, tuition information, areas of study offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at www.sbc.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Sweet Briar College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Sweet Briar College has a total student population of about 340, where graduate students make up roughly 33% of the student body.
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
- Annual tuition estimates are between $21,000-$26,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $980 for part time students
- Room and board is estimated to cost around $16,000
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 96% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 96% | $27,725 |
Receiving Student Loans | 63% | $9,598 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Sweet Briar College may provide student services like those listed below:- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
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 Sweet Briar College 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
- Biology (B)
Education
English Language and Literature
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Sweet Briar College.
- Randolph College in Ashland, VA (10 miles away)
- Lynchburg College in Middletown, VA (12 miles away)
- Southern Virginia University in Wendell, NC (19 miles away)
- Washington and Lee University in Virginia Beach, VA (25 miles away)
- Hampden - Sydney College in Locust Grove, VA (41 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Compare all colleges & universities in Virginia
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003742
- Phone: (703) 892-5100
- School Homepage