Brevard College
About Brevard College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Brevard College is a private university in Brevard, NC. It has a 39.9% acceptance rate and a 35.8% graduation rate, serving approximately 731 students.
Founded
1853
Location
Brevard, North Carolina
Students
869
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
42.2%
Selective
Graduation Rate
48.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$32,280
Per year
Avg Net Price
$23,509
After financial aid
SAT Average
1060
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,545
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
42.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Brevard College accepts 42.2% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1060 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1060/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
61.5%
4-Year Grad
26%
6-Year Grad
33%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.8K
Class Size
Small
The 26% graduation rate is below average, but 61.5% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$32,280
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,500
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$47,288
After Financial Aid
$23,509
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$19,294
Receive Grants
40.6%
Take Loans
69.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $47,288/yr, including $14,500 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,509.
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 Brevard College fund their education.
While in School
40.6%
Get Grants
Free money
69.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$42,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $44K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Brevard College.
Gender
38%
Female
62%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
815
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
54
Graduates
29.5%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
4.3%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 29.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.5% 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
815
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Brevard College fields 11 varsity teams with 539 student athletes, about 66% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
USA South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
539
66% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
73% / 27%
393
Men
146
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Brevard Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,545
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Criminal Justice and Corrections
$39K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$31K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$41K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
11 grads
Psychology, General
—
11 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
11 grads
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $44K 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.