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Barry University

Miami, Florida 33161-6695

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Known for health sciences

Barry University is a private institution in Miami with particular strength in health sciences and business.

A mid-sized campus of 2.2K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

37% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,966 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,978.

Established
1940
Mascot
Bucky the Parrot
Type
Private university
Division
Division II

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59%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
2,245Students
10:1Student:Faculty
37%Grad Rate
$55,966Earnings 10yr
$22,978Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Barry University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate59.1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

59.1%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,450
Room & Board$13,500
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$48,300
Average Net Price$22,978
Median Debt at Graduation$26,997
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$20,514
$30–48K$21,156
$48–75K$23,386
$75–110K$28,891
$110K+$29,647

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

48.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

15

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (105)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

58%

Negative
  • •58% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
2,245
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
44%
Pell Grant Recipients
46%

Race & Ethnicity

White 11%
Black 38%
Hispanic 35%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 11%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate36.6%
Freshman Retention57.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$47,637
10 Years$55,966

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Soccer 1989Golf 2007Tennis 2010Tennis 2011Volleyball

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Beginnings Barry College was founded as a women's college by a pair of siblings: Patrick Barry, Bishop of St.
  • •The construction of what was then the Barry College for Women began in 1940, in what had previously been "a tract of tropical vegetation".
  • •Mother Barry served as president from 1940 to 1961.
  • •Barry College became Barry University on November 13, 1981.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MIA Miami8 mi
MCO Orlando189 mi
TPA Tampa204 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1251 mi · ~36h 8m drive
New York, NY1085 mi · ~31h 21m drive
Hartford, CT1178 mi · ~34h 2m drive
Providence, RI1210 mi · ~34h 57m drive
Albany, NY1215 mi · ~35h 6m drive
Syracuse, NY1208 mi · ~34h 54m drive
Rochester, NY1203 mi · ~34h 45m drive
Buffalo, NY1177 mi · ~34h drive
Philadelphia, PA1015 mi · ~29h 19m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1006 mi · ~29h 4m drive
Harrisburg, PA1013 mi · ~29h 16m drive
Newark, NJ1083 mi · ~31h 17m drive
Washington, DC919 mi · ~26h 33m drive
Baltimore, MD950 mi · ~27h 27m drive
Atlanta, GA599 mi · ~17h 18m drive
Charlotte, NC647 mi · ~18h 41m drive
Raleigh, NC690 mi · ~19h 56m drive
Miami, FL8 mi · ~14 min drive
Orlando, FL198 mi · ~5h 43m drive
Tampa, FL200 mi · ~5h 47m drive
Nashville, TN810 mi · ~23h 24m drive
New Orleans, LA665 mi · ~19h 13m drive
Richmond, VA822 mi · ~23h 45m drive
Chicago, IL1184 mi · ~34h 12m drive
Detroit, MI1148 mi · ~33h 10m drive
Minneapolis, MN1506 mi · ~43h 30m drive
St. Louis, MO1055 mi · ~30h 29m drive
Kansas City, MO1236 mi · ~35h 42m drive
Indianapolis, IN1019 mi · ~29h 26m drive
Columbus, OH986 mi · ~28h 29m drive
Cleveland, OH1083 mi · ~31h 17m drive
Milwaukee, WI1263 mi · ~36h 29m drive
Dallas, TX1106 mi · ~31h 57m drive
Houston, TX964 mi · ~27h 51m drive
Austin, TX1110 mi · ~32h 4m drive
San Antonio, TX1145 mi · ~33h 5m drive
Los Angeles, CA2332 mi · ~67h 22m drive
San Francisco, CA2587 mi · ~74h 44m drive
San Diego, CA2265 mi · ~65h 26m drive
Seattle, WA2726 mi · ~78h 45m drive
Portland, OR2700 mi · ~78h drive
Denver, CO1720 mi · ~49h 41m drive
Phoenix, AZ1975 mi · ~57h 3m drive
Salt Lake City, UT2082 mi · ~60h 9m drive
Honolulu, HI4855 mi · ~140h 15m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Miami (MIA)8 miles
Rental car
12 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
16 min$10-16
Orlando (MCO)189 miles
Rental car
284 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
378 min$227-378

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