Overview
Enrollment
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 10,109 prospective students applied, and 7,669 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,043 enrolled in the school. 4,575 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,013 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $35,940 plus fees of $420. Bradley is ranked 208 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Outcomes
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Bradley is rated within the top 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Bradley University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#208 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#159 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#205 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1060/1280 |
| ACT | 24/30 |
| GPA | 3.83 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $420 |
| Room and Board | $11,628 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,240 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,428 |
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.