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Bradley University
Peoria,
IL
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate75%
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About Bradley University
Bradley University is a private, nonprofit university in the suburb of Peoria, Illinois. Bradley University was founded in 1897. The university currently enrolls around 5,552 students per year, including 4,147 undergraduates.
Bradley University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Bradley University. Around 75% of applicants get into Bradley University each year. Out of 11,352 applications received in 2022, 8,530 students were offered admission.
| Bradley University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 75% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.8 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 40% |
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Bradley University is located in the town of Peoria, Illinois,.
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College Info
Bradley University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Bradley University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Bradley University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Bradley University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1070 - 1280
Math SAT Range
490 - 610
Reading SAT Range
580 - 670
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1280 and Above
Good
1070 to 1280
Avg
1070 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Bradley University students is 1161. Applicants with SAT scores of 1280 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Bradley University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1070 to 1280 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1070 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Bradley University.
Bradley University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$51,876
In State$51,876
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$39,248
$39,248
Fees
$432
$432
Housing
$12,196
$12,196
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Bradley University is like? There are approximately 5,552 students enrolled at Bradley University, including 4,147 undergraduate students and 1,405 graduate students. 97% percent of students attend school full-time, 85% percent are from IL and 15% percent of students are from other states.
97%
Full Time3%
Part Time85%
In State15%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,552
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
75%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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