Fontbonne University

Last updated: June 15, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

Fontbonne University is a private non-profit college or university in Saint Louis, MO, with about 40 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 39.89% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $28,976
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $18,251 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: 95.03% Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 207 82.1% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.89%
  • Average ACT Score: 22

Fontbonne University: what the data shows

Common questions about Fontbonne University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.

Where is Fontbonne University?

Fontbonne University is located in Saint Louis, MO (ZIP 63105-3098).

NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.

Is Fontbonne University public or private?

Fontbonne University is a Private Non-profit institution.

How much does Fontbonne University cost?

Published tuition: $28,976.

Average net price after aid: $18,251.

Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $115,904.

How hard is it to get into Fontbonne University?

Admission rate: 95.03%.

Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 22.

Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.

How big is Fontbonne University?

Total enrollment: 207 students.

About 82% enroll full-time in our extract.

What is the graduation rate at Fontbonne University?

150%-time completion rate: 39.89%.

What do graduates of Fontbonne University earn?

Median earnings: $44,150 six years after entry; $48,825 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).

How much debt do students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.

51.54% of students receive Pell grants.

What is Fontbonne University known for?

Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:

See ROI & Programs for more.

Is Fontbonne University a good school?

We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 95.03%; completion rate 39.89%; median earnings $48,825 at 10 years; net price $18,251. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.

Costs

Tuition Costs

$28,976
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at Fontbonne University was $28,976.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$18,251
2024 Value

In 2024 Fontbonne University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,251.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$73,004 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$18,251 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$115,904 4-Year Tuition

Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.

4-year total cost breakdown for Fontbonne University.

Financial Aid by Income Level

51.54% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

64.77% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Fontbonne University was 0.00%.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Tuition tracker

Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Fontbonne University in that year.

Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).

Year In-state tuition & fees Out-of-state tuition & fees Average net price
2013$22,684$22,684$13,953
2014$22,770$22,770$16,717
2015$23,790$23,790$15,615
2016$24,610$24,610$25,125
2017$25,460$25,460$22,163
2018$26,340$26,340$21,406
2019$27,260$27,260$15,961
2020$27,790$27,790$15,359
2021$28,200$28,200$18,111
2022$28,696$28,696$19,174
2023$28,976$28,976$18,251

Sticker tuition and net price over time

Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.

College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).

Net price by family income

Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).

Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate

95.03% Acceptance Rate

This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

ACT Average: 22

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

82.1% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Fontbonne University in 2024 is 207 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

N/A%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

29.51% 100% Completion Time

39.89% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 29.51% of students graduating from Fontbonne University completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for Fontbonne University.

Return on Investment

$25,000 Median Student Debt

$48,825 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

51.20% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

568.80% Return on Investment

5.1 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for Fontbonne University.

Top Programs by Completions

10 Programs Reporting Data

CIP 51.0203: 39 completions

CIP 52.0201: 26 completions

General Psychology: 16 completions

Graphic Communications: 15 completions

General Biological Sciences: 11 completions

Fine & Studio Arts: 11 completions

CIP 51.2208: 11 completions

Agricultural Business and Management: 10 completions

CIP 13.1001: 10 completions

Other/Unknown Programs: 257 completions

Most popular programs at Fontbonne University.

Employment Outcomes

Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.

Earnings outcomes for Fontbonne University graduates.

About

Fontbonne University is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Louis, MO, offering 40 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 207 students. The admission rate is 95.03%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 22. The institution maintains a 39.89% graduation rate. Approximately 51.54% of students receive Pell Grants.

Institution Type

Private Non-profit

Location

Saint Louis, MO 63105-3098

Region: Plains

Insights and Analysis

Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.89% graduation rate at Fontbonne University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.

FAQ

How much does Fontbonne University cost?

Reported in-state tuition is $28,976 and average net price is $18,251 in the latest College Scorecard data.

How hard is it to get into Fontbonne University?

The admission rate is 95.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.

What test scores do students need for Fontbonne University?

Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Fontbonne University reports midpoint ACT about 22.

What do graduates of Fontbonne University earn?

Median earnings are $44,150 six years after entry and $48,825 ten years after entry.

What is the graduation rate at Fontbonne University?

The 150%-time completion rate is 39.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.

How much debt do Fontbonne University students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.

How big is Fontbonne University?

Total enrollment is about 207 students in the latest reporting year.

Is Fontbonne University public or private?

Fontbonne University is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Louis, MO.

Is Fontbonne University an HBCU?

No. Fontbonne University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.

Is Fontbonne University a tribal college?

No. Fontbonne University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.

Is Fontbonne University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?

Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Fontbonne University does not meet that proxy (reported share 1.0%).

Is Fontbonne University religiously affiliated?

Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Fontbonne University: Roman Catholic.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

Methodology

Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.