Acceptance Rate
51%
Avg. SAT
1060
75th percentile
“Pioneering women's HBCU nurturing Black female leaders in intimate classes amid Greensboro's civil rights legacy.”
Greensboro, NC
Location
Large City
Campus Setting
Bennett College opened its doors in 1873, founded by the Methodist Episcopal Church's Freedmen's Aid Society to educate freed Black Americans, starting as coeducational before shifting exclusively to women in 1926 amid growing demand for women's advancement. This pivot cemented its role as one of America's few remaining women's HBCUs, emphasizing empowerment through liberal arts and service. In Greensboro, part of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad, you'll navigate a mid-sized city with civil rights landmarks nearby, moderate living costs, and a slower Southern rhythm—far milder than coastal humidity but with occasional chilly winters. With just 214 undergraduates, Bennett suits focused Black women who crave mentorship and sisterhood, like first-generation students ready to lead. Professors invest deeply in your growth, and peers cheer every milestone. Tradeoffs hit in limited major choices and extracurricular breadth; if you need dozens of options or a bustling anonymous crowd, bigger schools fit better.
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Classrooms buzz with discussion in tiny groups, often under 15 students, letting you debate ideas directly with faculty who tailor advice to your goals. Strengths shine in social work, business administration, early childhood education, and biology, where community projects in Greensboro expose you to real-world application early. Undergrads join professors on modest research into local health or education gaps, building skills for grad school. The intimate scale fosters personalized teaching but curbs advanced lab access or niche electives—popular tracks like social work can limit spots, pushing flexibility or transfers for specialized pursuits.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
180 undergrad • 0 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
1%
Black / African American
53%
Hispanic / Latino
3%
Asian
1%
Other / Multi-racial
44%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Greensboro, NC
Varsity Athletics
Residential life anchors the Bennett experience, with most students in four halls forming tight bonds through shared meals and late-night study sessions. A typical week blends classes, volunteer drives, and club meetings; evenings feature guest speakers or talent showcases, while weekends mix campus events with city jaunts. All-women dynamics build poise and solidarity, tempered by a subdued social scene favoring meaningful connections over large parties. Traditions like Founder's Day parades and class competitions reinforce pride, though the small size means fewer teams or events—ideal for low-key involvement but sparse for sports enthusiasts. Humid summers encourage indoor hangs, and the campus-city blend invites civil rights tours without urban frenzy.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
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Athletics
Athletic Association
NAIA
ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
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Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$23,104
$30K – $48K
$22,361
$48K – $75K
$22,052
$75K – $110K
$25,002
$110K+
$32,432
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
86%
4 Years Graduation Rate
19%
6 Years Graduation Rate
32%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$36,654
86% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Bennett College and return in the fall. 19% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 32% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
19%
4-6 years
13%
Non-grad
68%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$16,000
Acceptance
51%
Undergrads
180
4-Year Grad Rate
19%
Endowment
$17M
Greensboro, NC 27401-3239