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Bellarmine University

Louisville, Kentucky 40205-0671

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Known for health sciences

Bellarmine University is a private institution in Louisville with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1208, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,069 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,587.

Established
1950
Motto
In Veritatis Amore
Mascot
Valor the Knight
Type
Private university
Division
Division I

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94%Acceptance
1208SAT Avg
2,286Students
13:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$62,069Earnings 10yr
$23,587Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Bellarmine 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 Rate93.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1208

Reading & WritingMid: 595
535613
MathMid: 600
540630

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 24
2228

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

93.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1208

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$47,180
Room & Board$10,250
Total Cost of Attendance$60,247
Average Net Price$23,587
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$18,542
$30–48K$18,905
$48–75K$20,870
$75–110K$25,093
$110K+$29,302

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

47.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$20,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

17

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

5

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (69)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

75%

Negative
  • •75% 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
2,286
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
27%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%

Race & Ethnicity

White 71%
Black 10%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 3%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate67.8%
Freshman Retention75.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$49,819
10 Years$62,069

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#280
↓2
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#331
↑2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Knights

LacrosseLacrosse leagueWrestling toField hockeyDivision iiWrestling

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

CVG Cincinnati80 mi
IND Indianapolis108 mi
BNA Nashville154 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA822 mi · ~23h 45m drive
New York, NY647 mi · ~18h 41m drive
Hartford, CT731 mi · ~21h 7m drive
Providence, RI795 mi · ~22h 58m drive
Albany, NY698 mi · ~20h 10m drive
Syracuse, NY601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
Rochester, NY544 mi · ~15h 43m drive
Buffalo, NY482 mi · ~13h 55m drive
Philadelphia, PA577 mi · ~16h 40m drive
Pittsburgh, PA341 mi · ~9h 51m drive
Harrisburg, PA492 mi · ~14h 13m drive
Newark, NJ639 mi · ~18h 28m drive
Washington, DC471 mi · ~13h 36m drive
Baltimore, MD495 mi · ~14h 18m drive
Atlanta, GA318 mi · ~9h 11m drive
Charlotte, NC339 mi · ~9h 48m drive
Raleigh, NC425 mi · ~12h 17m drive
Miami, FL919 mi · ~26h 33m drive
Orlando, FL714 mi · ~20h 38m drive
Tampa, FL734 mi · ~21h 12m drive
Nashville, TN154 mi · ~4h 27m drive
New Orleans, LA623 mi · ~18h drive
Richmond, VA453 mi · ~13h 5m drive
Chicago, IL273 mi · ~7h 53m drive
Detroit, MI317 mi · ~9h 9m drive
Minneapolis, MN608 mi · ~17h 34m drive
St. Louis, MO245 mi · ~7h 5m drive
Kansas City, MO482 mi · ~13h 55m drive
Indianapolis, IN110 mi · ~3h 11m drive
Columbus, OH189 mi · ~5h 28m drive
Cleveland, OH311 mi · ~8h 59m drive
Milwaukee, WI352 mi · ~10h 10m drive
Dallas, TX728 mi · ~21h 2m drive
Houston, TX804 mi · ~23h 14m drive
Austin, TX879 mi · ~25h 24m drive
San Antonio, TX951 mi · ~27h 28m drive
Los Angeles, CA1829 mi · ~52h 50m drive
San Francisco, CA1986 mi · ~57h 22m drive
San Diego, CA1801 mi · ~52h 2m drive
Seattle, WA1943 mi · ~56h 8m drive
Portland, OR1949 mi · ~56h 18m drive
Denver, CO1039 mi · ~30h 1m drive
Phoenix, AZ1508 mi · ~43h 34m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1402 mi · ~40h 30m drive
Honolulu, HI4375 mi · ~126h 23m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm 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

Cincinnati (CVG)80 miles
Rental car
120 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
160 min$96-160
Indianapolis (IND)108 miles
Rental car
162 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
216 min$130-216

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