Barry University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Barry University is a private nonprofit institution located in Miami, Florida with approximately 2,212 undergraduate students enrolled. Barry University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,613 per year. The graduation rate is 38%, 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.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.
Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,212 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Official Links
Other Schools in Florida
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL · Public
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL · Public
Florida International University
Miami, FL · Public
Valencia College
Orlando, FL · Public
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL · Public
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL · Public
Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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.
All school names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this page is for identification purposes only and does not imply endorsement or affiliation with CollegeHelpGuide.