Berea College
About Berea College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Berea College is a private university in Berea, KY. It has a 24.6% acceptance rate and a 61.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,412 students.
Founded
1855
Location
Berea, Kentucky
Students
1,513
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
19.3%
Very selective
Graduation Rate
58.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$51,658
Per year
Avg Net Price
$6,106
After financial aid
SAT Average
1249
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,150
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 5 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Mar 31
Berea College admits about 19.3% of applicants and is test-optional. Your GPA, essays, and extracurriculars carry significant weight here.
SAT Scores
1249/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
58.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
79.2%
4-Year Grad
45%
6-Year Grad
66%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
86.8%
$/Student
$23.5K
Class Size
Small
While 45% finish in 4 years, 79.2% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$51,658
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,208
Books & Supplies
$750
Total Cost of Attendance
$60,718
After Financial Aid
$6,106
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,428
Receive Grants
83.7%
Take Loans
7.6%
Don't let the $51,658 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $6,106 after financial aid, a 88% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $5,428.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Berea College fund their education.
While in School
83.7%
Get Grants
Free money
7.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,742
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$3,591
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$38/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $3,591, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Berea College.
Gender
59%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,513
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.6%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
3.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 40.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 9.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,513
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Berea College fields 10 varsity teams with 292 student athletes, about 19% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
CCS
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
292
19% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
155
Men
137
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Berea Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,150
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
39 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$35K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$31K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$27K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$41K
22 grads
4yr Earnings
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
$56K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.