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Brenau University

Gainesville, Georgia 30501-3668

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Brenau University is a private institution in Gainesville with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1087, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 981 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,003 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,786.

Established
1878
Motto
As Gold Refined By Fire
Mascot
HJ
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
87%Acceptance
1087SAT Avg
981Students
11:1Student:Faculty
35%Grad Rate
$54,003Earnings 10yr
$20,786Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate87.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1087

Reading & WritingMid: 560
510590
MathMid: 505
480580

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
1723

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,275
Room & Board$12,600
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$45,931
Average Net Price$20,786
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$20,696
$30–48K$19,278
$48–75K$21,551
$75–110K$24,922
$110K+$19,129

Programs (75)

Student Body

Undergrads
981
Gender Split
92% / 8%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
47%

Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Black 24%
Hispanic 19%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate35.4%
Freshman Retention62.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$41,664
8 Years$48,236
10 Years$54,003

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$44,200
Men
$58,800

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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