Christian Brothers University: Review & Facts

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Christian Brothers University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 1,935 students enrolled. This college was established in 1871 and is one of the 20 colleges and schools located in Memphis, Tennessee.

Christian Brothers University is affiliated with Roman Catholic Church.

Academic Offerings

Christian Brothers University will give you the opportunity to obtain an associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree.

Majors
Offered
84
Christian Brothers University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers 84 majors. The most popular concentrations are Business, Management, Computer Science, Engineering, and Medical Assistant. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a positive sign. However, if you anticipate to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Christian Brothers University student retention rate is fair at 71% (close to Tennessee average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students like their stay at this school.

Student Retention
71%
Fair
The graduation rate at Christian Brothers University is below average: 57%.

Student to faculty ratio at Christian Brothers University is good -- 9:1. Find out more details about instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition pricing is extremely high - $35,600 per year. The additional fees at Christian Brothers University (not included in tuition costs) are about $1,000, which totals $36,600 per academic year.

Read the details about Christian Brothers University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
87%
Easy
According to recent data, 877 applications were submitted and 767 were accepted, so it is easy to be accepted at this school.

This college will consider accepting your dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits at entry.

Find out more about admissions as well applicants' ACT test scores at Christian Brothers University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$2,800
Low
Christian Brothers University offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Christian Brothers University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
B-
Dicey
Christian Brothers University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 700 students, which offers a viable on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low - nearly $2,800 per year.

Army, Navy, and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Christian Brothers University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Christian Brothers University appears to be a generally safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Christian Brothers University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Christian Brothers University
650 East Parkway South
Memphis, Tennessee
38104, USA
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