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Brevard College

PrivateTown: Distant

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

Criminal JusticeBusinessKinesiology

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

Highly CompetitiveOpen Admission
42.2%

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

850750650550450350
430
Math: 430
440
R&W: 440
25th
600
Math: 600
620
R&W: 620
75th
Math
Reading & Writing

ACT Scores

20/ 36

393328221711
16
25th: 16
25th
20
Avg: 20
Avg
26
75th: 26
75th
25th Percentile
Average
75th Percentile

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
48.8%

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%

Low

Default 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

62.2%
15.7%
7.6%
6.5%
6.1%
0.6%
White
Black
Hispanic
International
Multiracial
Asian

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

RuralCity
Town: Distant

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

MenWomen
193
Football
97
Soccer
59
Baseball
34
Basketball
33
Track (Out)

Every Varsity Team

Football193Soccer97Baseball59Basketball34Track and Field (Outdoor)33Lacrosse31Softball26Tennis23Volleyball19Cross Country13Other Sports11

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

$34K
6yr
$31K
8yr
$44K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Criminal 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brevard College

What is the acceptance rate at Brevard College?
Brevard College has an acceptance rate of 42.2%. 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.
How much does Brevard College cost?
Tuition at Brevard College is $32,280 for in-state students and $32,280 for out-of-state students. 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.
What is the graduation rate at Brevard College?
Brevard College has a graduation rate of 48.8%. 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.
How much do Brevard College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Brevard College graduates is $43,545 ten years after enrollment. 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.

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.