Benedictine University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Lisle, Illinois with 1,942 undergraduates. It admits 95% of applicants, costs an average of $18,910 a year after grants and graduates 43% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Benedictine University acceptance rate and admissions
Benedictine University admitted 95% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Benedictine University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular decision | Jul 26, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jul 26, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Benedictine University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Benedictine University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $37,650 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,150 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $46,513 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,910 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,910 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,603 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Benedictine University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Benedictine University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $67,314 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,976 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 31% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Benedictine University majors and what graduates earn
Benedictine University awarded bachelor's degrees in 45 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($97,934).
All 45 majors at Benedictine University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Benedictine University
13 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 13 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public health | Master's | 190 | $69,888 | $75,574 |
| Management information systems | Master's | 127 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 108 | $90,293 | $61,582 |
| Nursing | Master's | 57 | $105,287 | $45,736 |
| Physiology | Master's | 27 | $33,145 | $34,237 |
| Linguistics | Master's | 25 | n/a | n/a |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | Master's | 17 | $54,775 | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 16 | $75,299 | $53,459 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 14 | n/a | $62,837 |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | Doctoral | 7 | $127,578 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,942 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 48% women, 52% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Benedictine University?
Benedictine University admitted 95% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Benedictine University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $37,650. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,910 a year in 2024-25.
Is Benedictine University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Benedictine University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Benedictine University?
43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Benedictine University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $67,314 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.