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Benedictine College

Atchison, KS · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Town

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About Benedictine College

Benedictine College is a private Benedictine liberal arts college in Atchison, Kansas, United States. It was established in 1971 by the merger of St. Benedict's College (founded 1858) for men and Mount St. Scholastica College (founded 1923) for women. Benedictine is one of a number of U.S. Benedictine colleges and is sponsored by St. Benedict's Abbey and Mount St. Scholastica Monastery.

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98%

Acceptance

$27,891

Net price

2,272

Enrollment

62%

Grad rate

Report Card

B

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

C+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B-

Affordability

Average net price after aid

D

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

C+

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

98%

Acceptance rate

1,252

SAT average

26

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading570690
SAT Math570690
ACT Composite2229

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$27,891

Average net price

$36,350

In-state tuition

$36,350

Out-of-state tuition

$13,430

Room & board

$1,200

Books & supplies

$52,206

Total cost of attendance

19%

Students receiving Pell grants

49%

Students with federal loans

$24,599

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$22,032
$30–48K
$22,678
$48–75K
$21,893
$75–110K
$27,231
$110K+
$30,832

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$53,175

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$45,000

Median earnings (6 yrs)

62%

Graduation rate

83%

Retention rate

81%

Earn more than a HS grad

$8,346

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

2,272

Total enrollment

1%

Part-time

19

Avg. age at entry

15%

First-generation

Gender balance

49% women
51% men

Race & ethnicity

White
74%
Hispanic
13%
Two or more races
4%
Black
3%
Asian
2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Benedictine College FAQ

Is Benedictine College a public or private school?

Benedictine College is a private nonprofit institution located in Atchison, KS.

What is the acceptance rate at Benedictine College?

Benedictine College has an acceptance rate of 98%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Benedictine College cost?

The average annual net price at Benedictine College is $27,891 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $36,350.

What is the graduation rate at Benedictine College?

About 62% of students at Benedictine College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Benedictine College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Benedictine College students earn a median of $53,175 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Benedictine College?

Admitted students at Benedictine College have an average SAT score of 1,252 and an ACT midpoint of 26. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Benedictine College?

Benedictine College enrolls about 2,272 students.

Campus

Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Patricia DuBose Duncan · Public domain. Additional images are representative.

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