C
Average
Score: 50/100

Benedictine University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Lisle, Illinois 60532
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 51%
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
F
22/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Quick Stats

2,989
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
77%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Benedictine University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $439,454
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,981/mo — vs ~$750/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60555 (5.0% cap, Warrenville)

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🏆 Where Benedictine University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#22
Nursing Science
of 27 schools
#27
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
of 27 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $31,028 $31,028
Room $6,753
Board $3,951
Total Cost (On-Campus) $49,944 $49,944

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
52%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Public Health, General 190 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 127 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 108 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 85 grads/yr Nursing Science 57 grads/yr Psychology, General 43 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 36 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 33 grads/yr Epidemiology 26 grads/yr Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other 25 grads/yr Linguistics 25 grads/yr Organizational Behavior Studies 24 grads/yr Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General 23 grads/yr Physiology, General 23 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 21 grads/yr Public Health, Other 18 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 16 grads/yr Finance, General 15 grads/yr Clinical Psychology 14 grads/yr Accounting 13 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Benedictine University's top programs commonly pursue.

Medical and health services managers
$118k/yr 616,200 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Health education specialists
$63k/yr 71,800 jobs
Community health workers
$51k/yr 65,099 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer programmers
$99k/yr 121,200 jobs
Computer science teachers, postsecondary
$97k/yr 44,800 jobs

Student Demographics

2,989
Total Students
55%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 36%
Hispanic 15%
Black 9%
Asian 17%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 28%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Benedictine University?
Benedictine University has an acceptance rate of 77%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Benedictine University?
Tuition at Benedictine University is $31,028 for in-state students and $31,028 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Benedictine University?
The graduation rate at Benedictine University is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Benedictine University a good school?
Benedictine University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Benedictine University?
Benedictine University has a total enrollment of 2,989 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology