Brescia University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Brescia University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Brescia University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Owensboro, Kentucky. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 551, and admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 35%. The university offers 31 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 46%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $29,500.
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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 considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even 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*Implied no
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 Percentile18-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile920-1190
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
638
Students enrolled
71%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
61%
Unknown
14%
Black
10%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
0%
Non-U.S. Citizen
7%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
43% 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
18
Total Online Enrollment
455
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.71% online, 29% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
60% On-campus
40% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate71% online
Bachelor's19% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $29,500 | $29,500 |
| Graduate | $16,320 | $16,320 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $3,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,935 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,100 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,100 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,100 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $45,535 | $45,535 |
| Off-campus without family | $46,100 | $46,100 |
| Off-campus with family | $34,600 | $34,600 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
43%
State Grant Aid
49%
Institution Grant Aid
98%
Pell Grant
43%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$29k
Average student debtafter graduation
$31k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Other Sports
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 8 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 9 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 10 | Psychology. | |||
| 11 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 12 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 14 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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