Bennett College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Bennett College is a private university in Greensboro, North Carolina, enrolling about 178 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 50.66% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $36,654 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $19,140
- 2024 Average Net Price: $28,299 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 50.66% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 178 96.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 25.00%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 31.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 9.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 27.3%
- Average SAT Score: 925
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 191
- Applicants (IPEDS): 723
- Room & Board: $9,804 annual estimate
Bennett College: what the data shows
Common questions about Bennett College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Bennett College?
Bennett College is located in Greensboro, NC (ZIP 27401-3239).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Bennett College public or private?
Bennett College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Bennett College cost?
Published tuition: $19,140.
Average net price after aid: $28,299.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $27,576 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $28,109 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $31,569 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $34,862 |
| $110,001+ | $20,527 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $76,560.
How hard is it to get into Bennett College?
Admission rate: 50.66%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 925.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Bennett College?
Total enrollment: 178 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 191 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Bennett College?
150%-time completion rate: 25.00%.
First-year retention: 85.7%.
What do graduates of Bennett College earn?
Median earnings: $23,153 six years after entry; $36,654 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $28,130.
72.82% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Bennett College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (12 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (8 completions)
- Psychology, General (7 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (4 completions)
- Social Work (4 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (4 completions)
- Journalism, Other (1 completions)
- Mathematics, General (1 completions)
- Chemistry, General (1 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Bennett College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 50.66%; completion rate 25.00%; median earnings $36,654 at 10 years; net price $28,299. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$19,140
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Bennett College was $19,140.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$28,299
2024 Value
In 2024 Bennett College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,299.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$113,196 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$28,299 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$76,560 4-Year Tuition
$9,804 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$422 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$29,366 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$117,464 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Bennett College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
72.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
68.21% 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 Bennett College 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 Bennett College 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 | $17,355 | $17,355 | $20,031 |
| 2014 | $17,355 | $17,355 | $21,650 |
| 2015 | $18,150 | $18,150 | $21,705 |
| 2016 | $18,513 | $18,513 | $22,730 |
| 2017 | $18,513 | $18,513 | $23,018 |
| 2018 | $18,513 | $18,513 | $18,772 |
| 2019 | $18,513 | $18,513 | $21,356 |
| 2020 | $18,513 | $18,513 | $23,330 |
| 2021 | $18,550 | $18,550 | $23,316 |
| 2022 | $18,550 | $18,550 | $20,876 |
| 2023 | $19,140 | $19,140 | $22,858 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
50.66% Acceptance Rate
723 Total Applicants
243 Students Admitted
49 First-Time Students Enrolled
20.16% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 925
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Bennett College reported total enrollment of about 178 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 0% male and 100% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (71.9%), Two or More Races (18.0%), and Non-Resident Alien (3.4%). About 72.82% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Bennett College in 2024 is 178 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 191 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
85.7%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 71.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
19.68% 100% Completion Time
25.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 19.68% of students graduating from Bennett College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 0% male / 100% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 0% male / 100% female
- Psychology, General: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Bennett College.
Return on Investment
$28,130 Median Student Debt
$36,654 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
76.74% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
223.81% Return on Investment
7.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Bennett College.
Top Programs by Completions
9 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 10 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 12 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 8 completions
3. Psychology, General: 7 completions
4. Elementary Education and Teaching: 4 completions
5. Social Work: 4 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 4 completions
7. Journalism, Other: 1 completions
8. Mathematics, General: 1 completions
9. Chemistry, General: 1 completions
Most popular programs at Bennett College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Bennett College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Bennett College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 27.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,566
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,596
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Bennett College is a private non-profit institution located in Greensboro, NC, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 178 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (71.9%), Two or More Races (18.0%), Non-Resident Alien (3.4%). The admission rate is 50.66%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 925. The 150%-time completion rate is 25.00%. Approximately 72.82% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Greensboro, NC 27401-3239
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 25.00% graduation rate at Bennett College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bennett College located?
Bennett College is located in Greensboro, NC.
What is Bennett College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Bennett College is 50.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 723 applicants and 243 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Bennett College cost?
Reported tuition is $19,140 and average net price is $28,299 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,804 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Bennett College?
Bennett College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 191 students, Black or African American (71.9%), Two or More Races (18.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Bennett College?
About 31.7% of students at Bennett College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Bennett College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Bennett College reports midpoint SAT about 925.
What do graduates of Bennett College earn?
Median earnings are $23,153 six years after entry and $36,654 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Bennett College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 25.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Bennett College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $28,130.
Is Bennett College public or private?
Bennett College is a private nonprofit institution located in Greensboro, NC.
Is Bennett College an HBCU?
Yes. Bennett College is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Bennett College a tribal college?
No. Bennett College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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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.