Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Leesburg, Florida |
| Online | beaconcollege.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus 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.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Insufficient data is available for this college to calculate an overall rating.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $720 |
| Room and Board | $14,842 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,070 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,142 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Human Services | 41% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 33% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 26% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=384254 IPEDS survey data for Beacon College.
Current students may use the Beacon College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025