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Benedictine University

Lisle, Illinois · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$50,222

Acceptance Rate

77%

Graduation Rate

52%

Annual Tuition

$34,290

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Benedictine University earn a median of $63,446 ten years after entry — 17% above the national median. Acceptance rate 77.2%, in-state tuition $34,290.

At a Glance

Total Students

1,817

Retention Rate

69%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

49%

Median Debt

$22,500

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Benedictine University is a private, non-profit institution with 1,817 students. The university has a 77.2% acceptance rate. The in-state tuition is $34,290. About half of the students, 49.4%, receive financial aid.

The university's graduation rate is 52.4%, and the retention rate is 69.2%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $51,737. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $50,222, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $63,446. The median debt for students is $22,500.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$52k

1 YEAR

$50k

5 YEARS

$63k

10 YEARS

Top 32% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Benedictine University alumni earn a median of $51,737. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $50,222. Ten years after graduation, median earnings rise to $63,446. The median debt for students is $22,500. Nearly half of the students, 49.4%, receive financial aid.

The university has a 77.2% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 52.4%, and the retention rate is 69.2%. The cost of in-state tuition is $34,290. The total student population is 1,817.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Public Health

Graduates 401 / yr
Median Salary $64,930

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 284 / yr
Median Salary $81,812

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 263 / yr
Median Salary $101,583

Health/Medical Preparatory Programs

Graduates 88 / yr
Median Salary $16,051

Psychology, General

Graduates 78 / yr
Median Salary $32,314

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other

Graduates 75 / yr
Median Salary $56,194

Biology, General

Graduates 53 / yr
Median Salary $29,215

Human Resources Management and Services

Graduates 47 / yr
Median Salary $83,475

Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $51,768

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 37 / yr
Median Salary $54,328

Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $58,820

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $52,276

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $46,020

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $30,334

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $51,444

Marketing

Graduates 15 / yr
Median Salary $44,417

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $53,084

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $42,407

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $86,303

Social Sciences, Other

Graduates 10 / yr
Median Salary $42,023

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Campus Location

Lisle, Illinois

Lisle, IL 60532-0900

Benedictine University is located in Lisle, Illinois. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Benedictine University has an acceptance rate of 77.2%.