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Christian Brothers University

Private nonprofit Memphis, TN · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
55%
Graduation Rate
$57,478
Earnings (10yr)
$9,854
Net Price
87%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Christian Brothers University is a good fit for students seeking a supportive community in a smaller setting, with an enrollment of just 905 students. The acceptance rate is 87%, which opens doors for those who may not have traditional academic backgrounds. You’ll find strong programs in Business & Marketing, Health Professions, Engineering, Psychology, and Computer Science & IT, catering to a range of interests and career goals.

When it comes to life after graduation, the numbers tell a promising story. Graduates earn an average of $57,478 within ten years of completing their degrees. This is a reasonable outcome for many students, especially when considering the affordability of attending. The net price after aid is about $9,854, making it accessible for a diverse range of students. While 31% of students receive Pell Grants, which are aimed at those with significant financial need, the overall picture remains encouraging in terms of upward mobility.

Looking at the financial bottom line, graduates carry a median debt of $27,000. This is manageable compared to potential earnings, especially for those who enter fields such as health and engineering, where job prospects are generally strong. Students who thrive here are often those who appreciate a close-knit environment and are ready to engage in both their studies and the campus community.

Rankings

How Christian Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation55%Earnings 10yr$57KNet Price$10KRetention75%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate31%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$9K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$6K$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%656.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4037.6%MOBILITY264.88%

Cost & Financial Aid

$38,420
In-State Tuition
$38,420
Out-of-State
$9,854
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
31%
Pell Grant Rate
29%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$9,466
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,657
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,023
Family Income $48K–$75K
$5,843
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$48,592
6 Years After Entry
$50,578
8 Years
$57,478
10 Years
0.47x
Debt-to-Earnings
66%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$48,592 6yr $50,578 8yr $57,478 10yr

Social Mobility

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

264.88%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4037.6%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
656.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$97,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.42
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

1.134%
Inventor Rate
21
Total Patents

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 87%
Retention Rate 75%
SAT Average 1098
ACT Midpoint 22
SAT Range 1020–1380
ACT Range 19–24
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,036
Diversity Index 0.82
First-Gen Students 36%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 26%
Health Professions 19%
Engineering 15%
Psychology 10%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Biology & Biomedical 6%
English & Literature 2%
Education 1%