Atchison,
KS
About Benedictine College
Founded in 1858, Benedictine College is a Catholic, Benedictine, residential, liberal arts college located on the bluffs above the Missouri River in Atchison, Kansas. The school is honored to have been named one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report, the best private college in Kansas by The Wall Street Journal, and one of the top Catholic colleges in the nation by First Things magazine and the Newman Guide. It prides itself on outstanding academics, extraordinary faith life, strong athletic programs, and an exceptional sense of community and belonging. Benedictine College has a mission to educate men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.
Benedictine College is a private, religious school in the town of Atchison, Kansas. Benedictine College was founded in 1859. The college currently enrolls around 2,157 students per year, including 2,084 undergraduates.
Benedictine College Acceptance Rate 2020
It is not difficult to get into Benedictine College. In 2020, Benedictine College accepted 99% of applicants. In 2020, 2,202 students applied to Benedictine College and 2,172 were admitted.
| Benedictine College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 99% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 31% |
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Benedictine College is locatedin Atchison, Kansas, in Kansas City.
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College Info
Benedictine College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Benedictine College is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Benedictine College is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Benedictine College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1098 - 1320
Math SAT Range
518 - 660
Reading SAT Range
560 - 670
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1320 and Above
1098 to 1320
1098 and Less
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Benedictine College students is 1200. Applicants with SAT scores of 1320 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Benedictine College, while applicants with SAT scores between 1098 to 1320 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1098 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Benedictine College.
Benedictine College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$46,080
In State$46,080
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at Benedictine College is like? There are approximately 2,157 students enrolled at Benedictine College, including 2,084 undergraduate students and 73 graduate students. 93% percent of students attend school full-time, 23% percent are from KS and 77% percent of students are from other states.
93%
Full Time7%
Part Time23%
In State77%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,157
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
99%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$32,630
Out-of-State
$32,630
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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