Brenau University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Gainesville, Georgia with 1,029 undergraduates. It admits 88% of applicants, costs an average of $17,968 a year after grants and graduates 34% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Brenau University acceptance rate and admissions
Brenau University admitted 88% 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.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 500 to 620, math 430 to 580). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Brenau University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $25 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Brenau 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.
Brenau University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $35,520 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,170 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $46,493 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,968 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,968 a year after grants and scholarships, $28,525 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 Brenau University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Brenau University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 34% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $54,638 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $28,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 51% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Brenau University majors and what graduates earn
Brenau University awarded bachelor's degrees in 25 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($88,731).
All 25 majors at Brenau University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 44 | $84,676 | $88,731 | $25,498 |
| Business | 6 | $48,144 | $55,114 | n/a |
| Human resources | 3 | n/a | $53,693 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 35 | $44,509 | $46,138 | $38,916 |
| Psychology | 7 | $33,336 | $42,586 | $29,874 |
| Health administration | 10 | $39,336 | $38,591 | $30,000 |
| Theater | 13 | $27,351 | $36,910 | $15,750 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dance | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 6 | $32,375 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 4 | $55,052 | n/a | n/a |
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International relations | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 Brenau University
22 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 22 graduate programs
Students and location
- 1,029 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 91% women, 9.3% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Brenau University?
Brenau University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Brenau University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $35,520. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,968 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Brenau University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 500 to 620 in reading and writing and 430 to 580 in math, and 18 to 22 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Brenau University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Brenau University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Brenau University?
34% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Brenau University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $54,638 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.