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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Louisville, KY

Bellarmine University

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

Annual Tuition

$47,180

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

93.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

63.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$62,069

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Bellarmine University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Louisville, KY. With a competitive tuition profile of $47,180, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 63.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing535 – 613
20025th–75th percentile800
Math540 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 28
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

93.6%

Transfer-Out Rate21.5%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$188,720

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$32,069

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$131,970

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$452,660

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 Bellarmine University is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.2%
38.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
71.1%
Black
9.7%
Hispanic
7.7%
Two or more
5.1%
Asian
3.3%
International
2.0%
Unknown
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$47,180

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$18,542
$30k - $48k$18,905
$48k - $75k$20,870
$75k+$25,093

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients25.0%
Using Federal Loans52.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment74.4%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$2,834
Avg. Pell Grant$4,905
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,697
Avg. Institutional Grant$30,827
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* 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

75.1%

Success

63.9%

In-State Cost

$47,180

Age 25+ Students

6.3%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

820 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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

Living In Louisville

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$976

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,077

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,301

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Louisville metropolitan area.