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
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia