Brenau University
Brenau University is a four year, liberal arts institution that has called Gainesville, Georgia, home since 1878. It is comprised of four academic colleges that confer degrees, certificates, and provide specialist training in over 40 areas of study. The historic, single gender Women’s College makes up 1/4 of the student body, while the rest of the university is coeducational. Brenau also maintains four campuses outside of Gainesville, in North Atlanta, South Atlanta, Augusta, and Jacksonville, FL as well as offering completely online degree programs.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Women’s College
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 1038
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,704
Total Number of Undergrads
1,368
Classroom Sizes
0
100
37%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
45%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $33,275 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $33,275 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,600 |
| Books and Supplies | $1240 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
59%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
47%
Average Aid Per Year
$22,146
47%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,277
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$17,783
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
71%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,677
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
26
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
23%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Golden Tigers
School Colors
black and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Atlanta
Augusta
Athens
Jacksonville
Greenville
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
56%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$45,400
What Students Are Saying
Brenau University is a tight knit community in which students are allowed to pursue their various interest while gaining a vast amount of knowledge. On this campus, we are able to be individuals without prejudice and hatred. The Brenau staff and community fully contribute to the feeling of home due to their enthusiastic actions and behaviors.
Casey from Buford, GA
Brenau offers a variety of degrees.
Brenau's staff and educators are professionals with working experience.
Brenau's instructors want their student's to achieve.
Brenau's staff and educators are professionals with working experience.
Brenau's instructors want their student's to achieve.
Amanda from Manchester, TN
Brenau is a great school for a woman searching for a sisterhood. The professors are great and seek to challenge your way of thinking. This school offers a lot of scholarships.
Marissa from Buford, GA
Brenau University has allowed me the opportunity to achieve my goals as a student while having a career and family. Brenau University has small classes, which makes learning easier and the teachers are willingly available when extra help is needed. The Financial aid and Advisory staff are very friendly, patience and helpful in giving accurate information about courses and schedules.
Lakiesha from Augusta, GA
It's a small, private, all girls school with a cute historic vibe. All the employees are super helpful and respond to your emails THAT day and always know the answer to your question. It's expensive but so worth it and they have all kinds of awards to back it up.
Colby from Dacula, GA
A school of excellence!! They take pride in listening to me and providing guidance as needed.
Charmain from Gainsville, GA
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