97%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,132 |
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| Declined | + 50 |
| Total Received | 2,182 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Creighton University | Omaha, NE |
| Catholic University of America | Washington, DC |
| Seton Hall University | South Orange, NJ |
| Gonzaga University | Spokane, WA |
| Maryville University of St. Louis | St. Louis, MO |
| Benedictine University | Lisle, IL |
| University of St. Thomas | Houston, TX |
| Bethel College | North Newton, KS |
| Duke University | Durham, NC |
| Pepperdine University | Malibu, CA |
| SAT | 6056 |
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| ACT | 1444 |
Benedictine is a church-affiliated, liberal arts college. It is the product of the 1971 merger of St. Benedict's Abbey, founded in 1859, and St. Scholastica's Academy, founded in 1924; coeducation was adopted in 1971. Its 100-acre campus is located in Atchison, Kansas.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
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| Campus Enrollment | 2,330 |
| Established in | 1859 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Accredited by |
• ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) • CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
120-acre campus in Atchison (population: 10,679), 25 miles from Kansas City. Major airport and train serve Kansas City; bus serves St. Joseph, MO (20 miles). Public transportation serves campus.
Benedictine College
1020 North Second Street
Atchison, KS 66002
| Application fee | $50
(waived if filed online) |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline |
May 1 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
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97%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,132 |
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| Declined | + 50 |
| Total Received | 2,182 |
Class rank
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Pete Helgensen
Dean of Enrollment Management
P: 800 467-5340
F: 913 367-5462
bcadmiss@benedictine.edu
| Tuition | $27,730 |
| Room | $5,270 |
| Board | $2,310 |
| Additional fees | $750 |
| Books & supplies | $1,200 |
| Total | $37,260 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $22,440 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $14,820 |
78%
$22,440
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Transfer applicants accepted
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Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements |
High School GPA: 2.00 College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of All |
Maximum transfered
98
Minimum transfers must complete
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| Countries most often represented |
China Japan South Korea The United Kingdom |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes Special orientation |
Daniel Musso
Director, International Program
913 367-5340
dmusso@benedictine.edu
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