Brenau University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Brenau University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Brenau University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Gainesville, Georgia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,195, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 87%. The university offers 37 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 35%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $31,000.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-23
SAT 25th-75th Percentile990-1170
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
61%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
44%
Unknown
5%
Black
27%
Hispanic
14%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
53% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
56
Total Online Enrollment
1,470
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.61% online, 39% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
40% On-campus
60% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's38% online
Graduate Certificate88% online
Master's72% online
Doctorate63% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $31,000 | $31,000 |
| Graduate | $14,130 | $14,130 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,240 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,600 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,900 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $13,950 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,220 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,300 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $47,740 | $47,740 |
| Off-campus without family | $51,410 | $51,410 |
| Off-campus with family | $36,540 | $36,540 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
53%
State Grant Aid
86%
Institution Grant Aid
86%
Pell Grant
53%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$41k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 9 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 10 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 11 | Psychology. | |||
| 12 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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