Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Peoria, Illinois |
| Online | bradley.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Peoria, Illinois, Bradley University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,202 prospective students applied, and 7,476 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,027 enrolled in the school. 4,781 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,074 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $35,060 plus fees of $420. Bradley is ranked 237 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Bradley is rated within the top 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Bradley University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#237 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#168 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#222 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1080/1280 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.82 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2022 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $420 |
| Room and Board | $11,280 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,240 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,200 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 18% |
| Engineering | 13% |
| Health Professions | 12% |
| Communication | 10% |
| Education | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=143358 IPEDS survey data for Bradley University.
Current students may use the Bradley University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.