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Barry University

Miami, FL·Private nonprofit·2,245 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

59%
Accept
2,245
Students
$22,978
Net Price
37%
Grad Rate
$50,900
Earnings
10 yr
$15,750
Debt

About This School

Barry University is a private nonprofit institution located in Miami, Florida with approximately 2,245 undergraduate students enrolled. Barry University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 59%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,978 per year. The graduation rate is 37%, and the typical graduate earns $50,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Barry University is a private Catholic university in Miami Shores, Florida, United States. Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, it is one of the largest Catholic universities in the Southeast and is located within the Archdiocese of Miami.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 37% graduation rate and 58% freshman retention rate signal that a significant number of students don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $15,750, and the Miami Shores location within a well-established Catholic university community appeals to students seeking a values-driven, smaller campus environment. Worth considering if you have a clear academic plan and strong self-motivation, but go in with eyes open about the completion challenges many students face here.

Founded
1940
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions27%
Business & Marketing21%
Biological Sciences9%
Psychology6%
Computer Science6%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Social Sciences4%
Education3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Shaquille O'NealFlo RidaLaura LoomerLaurent LamotheFelipe de Jesús Estévez

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$33,450
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,450
Avg Net Price
$22,978
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants46%
Median debt at graduation$15,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
37%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
58%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$43,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White11%
Black38%
Hispanic/Latino35%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,245 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Barry University

11300 NE 2nd Ave

Miami, FL 33161-6695

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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