Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Atchison, Kansas |
| Online | benedictine.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Benedictine College is a private Catholic liberal arts institution situated on bluffs overlooking the Missouri River in Atchison, Kansas, approximately one hour north of Kansas City. Founded in 1858 by Benedictine monks, the college operates in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition and maintains its historical ties through the presence of two monasteries on campus. The 120-acre campus features collegiate Gothic architecture, including several buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Benedictine offers undergraduate programs across four colleges, with notable strengths in theology, engineering, and business, while requiring students to complete a core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts. The college maintains a residential campus culture with most students living in one of the college's residence halls, and competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference at the NAIA level.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Benedictine College is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Benedictine College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#662 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#441 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Kansas
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Kansas
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Kansas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1110/1360 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.57 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $800 |
| Room and Board | $11,580 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,950 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Education | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 7% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=154712 IPEDS survey data for Benedictine College.
Current students may use the Benedictine College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024