At a glance
Average net price
$22,719
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
76.2%
Admission rate
77%
Undergrad size
3,574
In-state tuition
$42,160
Out-of-state tuition
$42,160
Cost of attendance
$54,730
Median earnings (10y)
$66,852
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 27
- Retention
- 82.7%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (36%), health (16%), humanities & arts (15%).
- STEM36%
- Health16%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences15%
- Trades & services3%
- Engineering17.3%~617 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Health professions15.8%~566 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business14.3%~512 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science11.8%~422 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication6.7%~238 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education5.1%~184 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology5.0%~180 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~160 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~140 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences2.8%~102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.0%~70 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~24 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.7%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.2%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 209 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 162 | $62,749 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 145 | $33,158 | $27,000 |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 130 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 120 | $66,802 | $27,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 119 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 117 | $36,966 | $26,819 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 110 | $38,068 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 91 | $47,182 | $25,586 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 90 | $50,879 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 85 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 81 | $59,353 | $27,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 80 | $32,786 | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 79 | $29,000 | $26,899 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 73 | — | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 73 | $58,768 | $26,925 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 70 | $44,008 | $24,017 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 55 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 50 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 48 | $38,928 | $27,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Master's | 44 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 41 | $51,705 | $20,905 |
| Manufacturing Engineering. | Bachelor's | 40 | $62,628 | $27,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 38 | $72,568 | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $25,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $27,000 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | First professional | 34 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 32 | — | — |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor's | 32 | $66,979 | $25,788 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | $27,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 30 | $78,254 | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
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 Bradley University
Bradley University is a mid-sized institution located in Peoria, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,574 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Engineering, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Bradley University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,719 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $42,160 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $54,730 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 76.2%, a strong completion outcome. 82.7% 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 $66,852 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Bradley University confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Engineering, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (36% of credentials), health (16% of credentials), humanities & arts (15% 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
Bradley University accepts 77% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 27.
Location & campus
Set in Peoria, Illinois (city), Bradley University draws students from across Illinois 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 Bradley University
Q.How much does Bradley University cost?
The average net price at Bradley University is $22,719 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $54,730.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Bradley University?
Bradley University has a 6-year graduation rate of 76.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Bradley University?
Bradley University admits 77% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Bradley University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Bradley University graduate earns $66,852 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Bradley University?
Published tuition is $42,160 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Bradley University located?
Bradley University is located in Peoria, Illinois (ZIP 61625).
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 Bradley University at their official website.