Bradley University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $58,300 within 10 years; financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Bradley University is a private nonprofit institution located in Peoria, Illinois with approximately 3,865 undergraduate students enrolled. Bradley University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,572 per year. The graduation rate is 72%, and the typical graduate earns $58,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
Bradley University is a private university in Peoria, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1897, Bradley University enrolls 5,200 students who are pursuing degrees in more than 100 undergraduate programs and more than 30 graduate programs in five colleges. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and 22 specialized and professional accreditors.
Worth considering if you want a smaller private university experience without the elite price tag — the average net cost of $23,572/year is reasonable, and graduates earn a median of $58,300 a decade out, which covers the $23,250 median debt load comfortably. The 84% freshman retention rate suggests students generally feel at home here, though a 72% graduation rate means roughly 1 in 4 students doesn't finish, so it's worth asking what support systems are in place. A solid choice for motivated students who want hands-on access to faculty in a mid-sized city setting, but go in with a plan to stay on track.
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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 (3,865 undergraduates).
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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.
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