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Benedictine College

Private nonprofit Atchison, KS · Town · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
63%
Graduation Rate
$53,175
Earnings (10yr)
$27,891
Net Price
98%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Benedictine College has a striking acceptance rate of 98%, making it highly accessible for students. This welcoming approach fosters a diverse student body of 2,272 individuals, all eager to pursue their academic goals in a supportive environment.

When analyzing outcomes, the Chetty/Opportunity Insights data isn't available for Benedictine College, but the institution's graduation rate stands at 63%. While this number suggests that not all students finish their degrees, it also indicates that many do find their path and succeed in their chosen fields. The average earnings for graduates after ten years is $53,175, which reflects a solid return on investment for students.

On the practical side, the net price of attending Benedictine College is $27,891, with median debt for graduates at $24,599. Students who thrive here often pursue majors in Business & Marketing, Education, Engineering, Health Professions, or Social Sciences. This variety allows students to tailor their education to their strengths and career aspirations, setting them up for future success.

Rankings

How Benedictine Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation63%Earnings 10yr$53KNet Price$28KRetention83%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate19%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$22K$0-30K$23K$30-48K$22K$48-75K$31K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%577.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1823.7%MOBILITY105.33%

Cost & Financial Aid

$36,350
In-State Tuition
$36,350
Out-of-State
$27,891
Avg Net Price
$24,599
Median Debt
19%
Pell Grant Rate
49%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$22,032
Family Income $0–$30K
$22,678
Family Income $30K–$48K
$21,893
Family Income $48K–$75K
$30,832
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$45,000
6 Years After Entry
$50,407
8 Years
$53,175
10 Years
0.46x
Debt-to-Earnings
67%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$45,000 6yr $50,407 8yr $53,175 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

105.33%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1823.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
577.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$90,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.62
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.7%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 98%
Retention Rate 83%
SAT Average 1252
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1140–1380
ACT Range 22–29
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,331
Diversity Index 0.43
First-Gen Students 15%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 18%
Education 8%
Engineering 7%
Health Professions 7%
Social Sciences 6%
Psychology 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%
Biology & Biomedical 5%