Beacon College

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  • 4 Year
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 4.0 2 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

531
Beacon College overview
Beacon College overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Beacon College, located in Leesburg, Florida, approximately 45 miles northwest of Orlando, is a private institution specifically designed to serve students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and other learning differences. The campus occupies several blocks in Leesburg's historic downtown district, integrating renovated historic buildings with modern academic facilities. Established in 1989, Beacon was the first accredited college in the United States to award bachelor's degrees exclusively to students with learning disabilities. The college offers specialized academic programs in fields such as anthrozoology, business management, computer information systems, and psychology, while maintaining small class sizes and providing comprehensive academic support services. Students reside in apartment-style housing units located throughout the downtown campus area, with all residences within walking distance of academic buildings and support services.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

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Beacon College admission standards
  • GPA 3.2

Acceptance Rate

43.5%
Beacon College applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 38.6%
  • Application Fee $50

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$51,680
Costs for Beacon College
Fee Cost
Tuition $51,680
Books and Supplies $1,000
Other Fees $740
Room and Board $15,658
Budget for Other Expenses $6,200
Total One Year Cost $75,278

Student Outcomes

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Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

82% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Beacon College are Human Services, Computer and Information Sciences, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. 41% of students major in Human Services, 33% in Computer and Information Sciences, and 26% in Liberal Arts and Humanities.

  • Human Services 41%
  • Computer and Information Sciences 33%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 26%

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=384254.

GPA calculator: Beacon College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026