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Bradley University

Private nonprofit Peoria, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
74%
Graduation Rate
$66,852
Earnings (10yr)
$22,719
Net Price
77%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Bradley University has a graduation rate of 74%, indicating that a majority of students successfully complete their degrees. This is a solid sign of student satisfaction and institutional support. With an acceptance rate of 77%, the university is accessible to a wide range of applicants, making it a viable option for many students.

The earnings potential for Bradley graduates is notable, with a median income of $66,852 ten years after graduation. This figure suggests that students can expect a strong return on their investment. While data on mobility and economic connectedness is not provided, the earning potential points to a positive trajectory for many graduates, particularly in fields like engineering, health professions, and business.

The net price of attending Bradley University is $22,719, and the median debt for graduates stands at $27,000. These figures suggest a manageable financial commitment for many students. Those who thrive here often have a strong interest in practical fields like engineering or business, where job placement and salary potential are typically higher.

Rankings

How Bradley Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation74%Earnings 10yr$67KNet Price$23KRetention83%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate32%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$17K$30-48K$19K$48-75K$30K$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%290.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4025.3%MOBILITY117.06%

Cost & Financial Aid

$42,160
In-State Tuition
$42,160
Out-of-State
$22,719
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
32%
Pell Grant Rate
63%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$17,269
Family Income $0–$30K
$16,539
Family Income $30K–$48K
$18,609
Family Income $48K–$75K
$30,008
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$59,114
6 Years After Entry
$65,264
8 Years
$66,852
10 Years
0.4x
Debt-to-Earnings
78%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$59,114 6yr $65,264 8yr $66,852 10yr

Social Mobility

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

117.06%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4025.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
290.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$112,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.70
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

1.508%
Inventor Rate
128
Total Patents
58
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 77%
Retention Rate 83%
ACT Midpoint 27
Full-Time Faculty 55%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,409
Diversity Index 0.61
First-Gen Students 24%

Top Programs

Engineering 17%
Health Professions 16%
Business & Marketing 14%
Computer Science & IT 12%
Communications 7%
Education 5%
Psychology 5%
Biology & Biomedical 4%