About Benedict College

Founded in 1870, Benedict College. is a Private college. Located in South Carolina, which is a city setting in South Carolina, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 2,281 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Benedict College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 18:1. There are 119 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Benedict College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at are considered , with ,22% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

35% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 6% were in the top quarter, and 4% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Benedict College.

13%
“We”re apathetic”
7%
“We know about current events and vote”
80%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
60%
“Sometimes, but not often”
27%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
13%
“I only go out in groups”
67%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
20%
“I feel extremely safe”
13%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
20%
“We bought the gear”
67%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
40%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
33%
“We”re a very artistic group”
20%
“Haven”t met them”
13%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
20%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
7%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
80%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
13%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
27%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
20%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
47%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
53%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
47%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
13%
“We”re apathetic”
7%
“We know about current events and vote”
80%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
60%
“Sometimes, but not often”
27%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
13%
“I only go out in groups”
67%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
20%
“I feel extremely safe”
13%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
20%
“We bought the gear”
67%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
40%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
33%
“We”re a very artistic group”
20%
“Haven”t met them”
13%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
20%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
7%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
80%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
13%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
27%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
20%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
47%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
53%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
47%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    58 Students rated on-campus housing 3 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    46 Students rated off-campus housing 3.1 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    61 Students rated campus food 2.7 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    62 Students rated campus facilities 3.2 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    63 Students rated class size 3.9 stars. 37 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    63 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    63 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    63 Students rated academics 3.4 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

Benedict College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Benedict College?

20 Students rated Benedict College

Breshune - 07/25/2024

Benedict College is an HBCU on the rise. Of course it's not perfect, because HBCU's don't get the funding that they need, but Benedict is doing making improvements. There are renovations constantly going on and the president is constantly raising money to fund Benedict's needs. Through it all, the campus culture is lively with D9 and Non-D9 Greek organizations, Wassup Wednesdays, events held by the student programming council and even just being outside the cafeteria with your friends.

Jacobi - 08/02/2023

I really enjoy being a Benedict Tiger. I have made a lot of friends and the campus feels like home. There is always a social event or sporting event for you to attend. The food is good. I call the Cafe Staff my Aunts and Uncles. The professors are always willing to help you if needed. There are plenty of groups and organizations that are waiting with open arms for you if you want to join. This is one of the best HBCUs!!! I am a Proud Benedict Tiger!!!!

Areonna - 12/10/2020

It has potential to be a good school it’s just a lot of minor problems that need to be addressed. The professors can make more time for their students without feeling like students are bothering them. Campus could look more welcoming and it could be easier to find certain buildings

Dari - 05/18/2020

I think its a great school. The professors are very supportive and administration is often very helpful. The student body are like family and we have a lot of fun when we can. Most of us take our school work serious and try to encourage others to succeed.

Benedict College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Benedict College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Benedict College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior. Knowing what about college and making the transition, the advice I would tell myself never give on yourself ,never feel like everything is your fault and blame yourself that all th bad things happen to yourself. Take your studies more serious and keep your gpa up. Open your mouth went you ned help and stop be shy and shame of yourself. Tell yourself that you beautfiul and dont try to fit in with the party people.

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  3. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school is unique compared to other schools in its scholarship program. Benedict College offers more scholarship programs than any other school in the nation. They have dozens within the school, and they are incorporated with the United Negro College Fund organization. They also accept loans outside of those programs, and allow students to recieve reunds from the outside scholarships. endict Colleg also offers a forgiveness program; meaing that if a student is placed on academic probation and they do not improve, they are given one more chance the next semester.

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  4. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Before i came to the college i wished i wouldve have known the dorms was so horrible.

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  5. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    i havent come across my most frustrating thing yet

    Read all 17 answers

  6. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    It's teaching and performance-arts programs.

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  7. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing I consider about my school is that we are an enclosed campus. Even though we are in the city, our campus is closed out from the city life to protect us. It keeps students from being distracted of what's going on outside and it makes our coolege look presentable to parents who are bringing their children. It is secured with police all around the exits.

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  8. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I would consider the work ethics. I choose the work ethics because they are unorganize in getting things done.

    Read all 14 answers

  9. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Benedict college accepts all and with high quality programs of teaching, research, and public service you will succeed.

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  10. Describe the students at your school.

    Helpful to other classmates

    Read all 11 answers

  11. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person that is looking to come out of college a stronger person and ready to take the world head on. This college is a great school and some of the problems that you do go through at the school allow you to take on alot of dfficulties in the real world alot easier and allow you to be able to talk to a diverse group of people.

    Read all 9 answers

  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person lacking in self-motivation should not attend this school

    Read all 8 answers

  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag about how friendly the people are at my school. As I walk to class on a sunny or rainy day, there will always be someone who will speak or say a few kind words to make someone else's day. Many people in the South are more friendlier than people in the North, but attending Benedict College, that is not an issue. The atmosphere at the school is so peaceful and indulging, you cannot help but to walk around the campus with a smile on your face . I enjoy this school and the opportunities it has to offer.

    Read all 8 answers

  14. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    Fraternities and Sororities

    Read all 1 answers

  15. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Good school, wish they offered scholarships to sophmores.

    Read all 1 answers

  16. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    They are all hoodlums but that's not true.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

48%

female

52%

male

2,281

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

40%

Out-Of-State

58%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

38

Student Organizations

4

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

82%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
99%
% Hispanic/Latino
N/A
% White or Caucasian
N/A

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

98% of students attending Benedict College receive some sort of financial aid. 82% were awarded federal grants. While 89% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$19,566

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$2,000

Books and Supplies

$8,672

Room and Board

30,238

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$14,645
$30 - $48K
$19,714
$48 - $75K
$20,192
$75 - $110K
$22,855
$110K & UP
$20,859

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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