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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Lisle, IL

Benedictine University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$34,290

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

77.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

52.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$63,446

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Benedictine University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Lisle, IL. With a competitive tuition profile of $34,290, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 52.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$137,160

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$33,446

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$197,300

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$531,760

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Benedictine University is $22,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
47.7%
52.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
42.0%
Hispanic
21.0%
Asian
20.7%
Black
8.8%
Two or more
2.8%
International
1.9%
Unknown
1.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

12

Burglary

4

Theft

1

Assault

3

Robbery

1

Rape

3

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$34,290

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,282
$30k - $48k$19,035
$48k - $75k$23,587
$75k+$27,639

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$22,500
Pell Grant Recipients39.2%
Using Federal Loans49.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment56.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$20,083
Pell Grant Recipients43.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

69.2%

Success

52.4%

In-State Cost

$34,290

Age 25+ Students

8.4%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,520 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Lisle (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Lisle (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.