Benedictine University Be Yourself at BenU! Apply Now Admitted Student Day Deposit Today Believe, Belong, Become: Be Yourself at BenU 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. About BenU Benedictine PROMISE Eagle Promise Redhawk Promise Your tuition, fully covered. Free your future. No tuition, no worries. Focus on growth, not costs. Zero tuition. Zero worries. 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. Find My Degree 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. Financial Aid Scholarships Benedictine University awarded $27.9 million in Scholarships last year. Scholarships Tuition Calculator Use the tuition calculator to estimate your costs, including tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, meals, and other related expenses. Lisle Calculator Mesa Calculator Student Life Get involved on campus, make a difference through community volunteer work, and discover everything BenU has to offer our students. Athletics Benedictine University is a proud charter member of the NCAA Division III Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. Explore Athletics Campus Ministry Benedictine University Campus Ministry supports the spiritual lives of all members of the Benedictine University community. Explore Campus Ministry Clubs & Organizations Make the most of your time at Ben U. Enjoy student clubs, organizations, Intramurals, and leadership opportunities. Explore Clubs 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 Explore Lisle Campus Mesa, AZ Explore Mesa Campus China & Vietnam International Programs Online Explore Online Programs 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 April 29, 2026 12:20 pm More Info About Journeys in Leadership: Michael J. Adkesson, DVM SOAR 2026 June 5, 2026 12:00 am More Info About SOAR 2026 SOAR 2026 June 13, 2026 10:00 am More Info About SOAR 2026 More BenU Events Research, Scholarship, and Creativity Shine at URSA 2026 Benedictine University’s (BenU) Daniel L. Goodwin Hall of Business buzzed with intellectual energy on Thursday, April 16, as students from across disciplines gathered for the annual Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and […] Alumnus Mike Rago Brings Off Broadway Comedy Gus and Alice to Chicago Job-A-Palooza and Grad Fair Deliver Career Connections and Commencement Readiness Chicago State University President Z Scott Shares Leadership Journey and Words of Wisdom with BenU Community Read More BenU News