Fontbonne University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Fontbonne University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Fontbonne University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Saint Louis, Missouri. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 650, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 95%. The university offers 40 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 57%, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1. Tuition and fees for students are $28,276.
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 transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even 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 Percentile18-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile990-1100
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
874
Students enrolled
84%
Online student enrollment
9:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
62%
Unknown
4%
Black
23%
Hispanic
1%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
54% 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
16
Total Online Enrollment
738
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.84% online, 16% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
76% On-campus
24% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate71% online
Master's59% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $28,276 | $28,276 |
| Graduate | $13,950 | $13,950 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $11,232 |
| On-campus other expenses | $5,594 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $7,428 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $7,428 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $46,102 | $46,102 |
| Off-campus without family | $45,304 | $45,304 |
| Off-campus with family | $36,704 | $36,704 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
91%
State Grant Aid
36%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
54%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$36k
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
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Softball
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 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | History. | |||
| 9 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Psychology. | |||
| 14 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 15 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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