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Bradley University

Peoria, IL · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Bradley University campus
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Admission rate
77%
Accessible
Average net price
$22,469
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
74%
Median earnings
$76,013
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Bradley University is a private nonprofit college in Peoria, IL with 3,574 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $22,469 per year ($18,833 for families earning under $30,000). 74% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $76,013 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
77%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
10,138
Fall 2023
Admitted
7,772
Fall 2023
Yield
11%
of admitted students enrolled

What Bradley University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$57,751
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$43,850

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$18,833
  • $30–48k$16,736
  • $48–75k$17,705
  • $75–110k$21,310
  • $110k+$29,536

Get a personal estimate with Bradley University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
74%
Freshman retention
83%
Median earnings
$76,013
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,574
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
37%
  • White60%
  • Hispanic15%
  • Black12%
  • Asian5%

Bradley University FAQ

What is Bradley University's acceptance rate?+

Bradley University admits 77% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Bradley University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Bradley University?+

In Fall 2023, 10,138 students applied to Bradley University and 7,772 were admitted; 833 enrolled.

Does Bradley University consider legacy status?+

No. Bradley University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Bradley University require an essay?+

Bradley University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Bradley University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $57,751 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,469.

What is Bradley University's graduation rate?+

74% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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