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Private Nonprofit4-year

Benedictine College

Atchison, Kansas Β· Town: DistantOfficial Website β†—

#3395
Nationally
#49
In Kansas
76%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$34,000
Annual Tuition
per year
65%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
2,391
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
45/100
Average
#3395 nationally
#49 in Kansas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes65
πŸ’°Affordability56
🎯Selectivity10
πŸ“šAcademic Environment19
πŸ”¬Program Breadth63

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Benedictine College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Atchison, Kansas. With 2,391 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 76%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $34,000, below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $22,129 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 65%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate76%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
3,575
Applied
2,733
Admitted
627
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading560 – 660
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math557 – 650
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)22 – 29
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$34,000/yr
Room & Board$13,020/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$47,820/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$34,000↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$22,129
$30,001 – $48,000$23,509
$48,001 – $75,000$23,855
$75,001 – $110,000$27,223
Over $110,000$31,482
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate65%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
2,391
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 76%
Hispanic 13%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or more 4%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($34,000/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $22,129/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationAtchison, Kansas
SettingTown: Distant
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$22,129
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#49
in Kansas out of 7+ colleges
#3395
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.