At a glance
Average net price
$6,106
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
58.2%
Admission rate
19%
Undergrad size
1,513
In-state tuition
$51,658
Out-of-state tuition
$51,658
Cost of attendance
$60,718
Median earnings (10y)
$43,150
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,249
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 79.2%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (27%), social sciences (25%), humanities & arts (23%).
- STEM27%
- Health7%
- Business10%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences25%
- Trades & services8%
- Computer science11.0%~167 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~156 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business10.3%~156 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences8.5%~129 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~108 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~102 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education5.3%~81 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~81 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology4.3%~65 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.6%~54 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture3.6%~54 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.5%~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.1%~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.8%~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.4%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
31 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 63 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 53 | $39,226 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 47 | $17,023 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 41 | $19,670 | $5,801 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | — |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | $24,355 | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 26 | $60,236 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Agriculture, General. | Bachelor's | 24 | $21,131 | — |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | $7,984 | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 12 | $27,753 | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | — | $21,939 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | — | $32,950 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Berea College
Berea College is a mid-sized institution located in Berea, Kentucky, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,513 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Computer science, Visual & performing arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Berea College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,106 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $51,658 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $60,718 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 58.2%, a above-average completion outcome. 79.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $43,150 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Berea College confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Computer science, Visual & performing arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (27% of credentials), social sciences (25% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Berea College accepts 19% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,249. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Berea, Kentucky (town), Berea College draws students from across Kentucky and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Berea College
Q.How much does Berea College cost?
The average net price at Berea College is $6,106 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $60,718.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Berea College?
Berea College has a 6-year graduation rate of 58.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Berea College?
Berea College admits 19% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do Berea College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Berea College graduate earns $43,150 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Berea College?
Published tuition is $51,658 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Berea College located?
Berea College is located in Berea, Kentucky (ZIP 40404).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Berea College at their official website.