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At Benedictine University, we inspire you to believe in your potential, belong to a vibrant and supportive community, and become the best version of yourself. Our education fosters personal growth, academic excellence, and a balanced, spiritually rich life, guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Embrace your future with confidence and purpose at BenU.
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Academics
Goodwin College of Business and Liberal Arts
College of Science and Health
School of Education
Small class sizes, an intellectually diverse community, and passionate, engaging professors who know you by name. Welcome to academic life at BenU. With 130+ programs of study in STEM, Health, Business, the Liberal Arts, and Education, BenU has something for everyone. Explore our academic programs to find your degree path, career options, and classes offered.
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We Are Passionate About Affordability
Worried about how you’ll pay for college? Benedictine University is dedicated to making the path to a college degree accessible to anyone who wants to join our community. That’s why we work with our students to help them get the financial assistance they need to afford a Benedictine education.
Financial Aid
Need-based financial aid is readily available for qualifying students seeking assistance.
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Scholarships
Benedictine University awarded $27.9 million in Scholarships last year.
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Student Life
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Athletics
Benedictine University is a proud charter member of the NCAA Division III Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.
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Campus Ministry
Benedictine University Campus Ministry supports the spiritual lives of all members of the Benedictine University community.
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Clubs & Organizations
Make the most of your time at Ben U. Enjoy student clubs, organizations, Intramurals, and leadership opportunities.
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Benedictine By The Numbers
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
(Lisle)
18
Average Class Size
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
(Mesa)
70%
of our graduates are working or in Graduate School
6 months after graduation
Lisle, IL
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Mesa, AZ
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China & Vietnam
International Programs
Online
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Our Commitment to Your Future
Growth Oriented Community
Benedictine nurtures the intellectual, social, and professional growth of our students, supporting them on their unique scholastic journeys.
Real World Knowledge + Skills
Benedictine students don’t just study theories in their classrooms. They also gain real world experience through internships, career-related student employment, and even by building their own businesses.
Strong Connections
Our small student-faculty ratio means students are never lost in the crowd. BenU professors are open and passionate about getting to know their students so they can guide them toward the best path for success.
Foundation for Lifelong Success
From empowering students with the confidence to take risks to getting students connected to opportunities in real time, Benedictine secures a strong foundation for long-term student success.
Benedictine Events & News
Journeys in Leadership: Michael J. Adkesson, DVM
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SOAR 2026
June 13, 2026
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