Brenau University
http://www.brenau.edu500 Washington Street SE, Gainesville, Georgia 30501-3668
(770) 534-6299
Brenau University challenges students to live extraordinary lives of personal and professional fulfillment. As students pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees or non-degree programs at Brenau campuses and online, each prepares for a lifetime of intellectual accomplishment and appreciation of artistic expression through a curriculum enriched by the liberal arts, scientific inquiry and global awareness.
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | City: Small |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Brenau University, 98.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 79.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $9,201), and 76% receive loans ($7,860 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $9,772. Off campus it is around $7,140. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Brenau University is $13,219 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 3,501 people applied to Brenau University. Of the applicants, 38.0% were admitted (0.0% male & 38.0% female ) and 12.0% accepted (0.0% male and 3.1% female) Of the 1,887 undergraduate students at Brenau University, 37.0% are part-time. And 57.0% of the 873 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 86.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 70.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 38.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 50.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 51.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Admissions Office Phone | 770-534-6100 |
| Admissions Office Email | admissions@brenau.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 500 Washington Street SE, Gainesville, Georgia 30501-3668 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://www2009.brenau.edu/index.cfm?objectid=CCBA2DF7-65B3-FE26-073A7E80CF8D3C1D |
| Admissions Website | http://www2009.brenau.edu |
| Application Fee | $35 |
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In order to be accepted to Brenau University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 450 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 540 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 420 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 520 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 450 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 530 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 8 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 8 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 119 | 91 | |||
| Accounting | 34 | 18 | |||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 53 | 64 | |||
| Business/Commerce, General | 0 | ||||
| Business/Corporate Communications | 0 | ||||
| Fashion Merchandising | 2 | ||||
| Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General | 25 | ||||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | 5 | ||||
| Organizational Behavior Studies | 9 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 10 | ||||
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 10 | ||||
| Education | 0 | 111 | 138 | ||
| Art Teacher Education | 5 | ||||
| Drama and Dance Teacher Education | 3 | ||||
| Education, General | 0 | ||||
| Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities | 0 | ||||
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances | 0 | ||||
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation | 10 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 0 | 70 | 78 | ||
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 0 | 20 | 41 | ||
| Music Teacher Education | 3 | ||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 4 | ||||
| Special Education and Teaching, Other | 15 | ||||
| Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other | 0 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 2 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 2 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 99 | 60 | |||
| Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner | 8 | ||||
| Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other | 12 | ||||
| Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management | 26 | ||||
| Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) | 0 | ||||
| Nursing, Other | 6 | ||||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 75 | 0 | |||
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | 12 | 20 | |||
| History | 2 | ||||
| History, General | 2 | ||||
| Legal professions and studies | 2 | ||||
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other | 2 | ||||
| Legal Studies, General | 0 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 1 | 6 | |||
| General Studies | 4 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 1 | 2 | |||
| Psychology | 4 | 7 | |||
| Psychology, General | 4 | ||||
| Psychology, Other | 7 | ||||
| Public administration and social service professions | 3 | ||||
| Public Administration | 3 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 10 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 10 | ||||
| Social sciences | 1 | ||||
| International Relations and Affairs | 1 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 29 | ||||
| Arts Management | 3 | ||||
| Dance, General | 3 | ||||
| Dance, Other | 0 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 6 | ||||
| Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other | 2 | ||||
| Fashion/Apparel Design | 4 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 3 | ||||
| Graphic Design | 1 | ||||
| Interior Design | 4 | ||||
| Music Performance, General | 2 | ||||
| Music, General | 1 | ||||
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