Christian Brothers University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Christian Brothers University
School Type:
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Christian Brothers University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Memphis, Tennessee. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,321, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 97%. The university offers 68 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 59%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $34,820.
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Acceptance Rate Insight
97% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
67% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
59% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRecommended
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
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 Percentile18-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1030-1280
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
65%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
27%
Unknown
18%
Black
20%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
8%
Non-U.S. Citizen
14%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
39% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
5
Total Online Enrollment
1167
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.65% online, 35% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
95% On-campus
5% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's24% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81342 | $81342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60984 | $60984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60984 | $60984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
39%
State Grant Aid
62%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
39%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$37k
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
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, AND GENDER STUDIES. | |||
| 2 | BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES. | |||
| 3 | BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES. | |||
| 4 | COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES. | |||
| 5 | EDUCATION. | |||
| 6 | ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS. | |||
| 7 | ENGINEERING. | |||
| 8 | ENGINEERING/ENGINEERING-RELATED TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS. | |||
| 9 | ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS. | |||
| 10 | FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES. | |||
| 11 | HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED CLINICAL SCIENCES. | |||
| 12 | HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS. | |||
| 13 | HISTORY | |||
| 14 | HISTORY. | |||
| 15 | HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES. | |||
| 16 | LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES. | |||
| 17 | MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS. | |||
| 18 | MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES. | |||
| 19 | PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES. | |||
| 20 | PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, FITNESS, AND KINESIOLOGY. | |||
| 21 | PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES. | |||
| 22 | PHYSICAL SCIENCES. | |||
| 23 | PSYCHOLOGY. | |||
| 24 | SECURITY AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES. | |||
| 25 | VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS. |
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