BENEDICTINE UNIVERSITY AT SPRINGFIELD
- 1500 North Fifth Street
- Springfield, IL 62702
- OPEID College Code: 00176100
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- General Phone: (217) 525-1420
- Dean of Academic Affairs/Campus Administrator: Michael D. Bromberg
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 559
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Benedictine University at Springfield - Details
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Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
Benedictine University at Springfield is a mature campus, with a collegiate appeal covering twenty-five (25) acres. Anchoring the campus on the north is the prominent, historic Brinkerhoff Home built in 1869 by George Brinkerhoff, a close friend of President Abraham Lincoln. The academic/administrative buildings and parking lots cover approximately seven acres. Directly to the east of the Brinkerhoff Home is the College's most recent acquisition, Mueller Hall. Mueller Hall is a coed residence hall and the main dining room for the campus. To the south are the buildings that were once part of the Ursuline Sisters' complex. Today, the complex consists of Angela Hall, Beata Hall, Hanlon Hall, Mueth Hall, and the chapel. An additional eight acres of sports playing fields and a gymnasium are located three blocks southeast of the main campus. In addition, the campus has many 100-yearold trees of different varieties and a commemorative memorial garden for meditating or daydreaming.
Angela Hall, built in 1958, is a two-story building that houses classrooms, a computer lab and state-of-the-art new science classroom/laboratory. The main floor has a smaller gymnasium used for intramurals, student functions and meetings. In the lower level, students can go to “The Pit”, the college's fitness center.
Brinkerhoff Home, built in 1869, is the oldest building on campus. In 1928, the Ursuline Sisters purchased the Italianate style home and transformed the home into the administration offices, first classrooms and library of the new college. Through time, the home also housed women's dormitory rooms, the public relations office and student lounge. Today, the beautiful and stately restored mansion houses the Dean of Academic Affairs' Office, other supporting faculty offices and a conference room on the second floor. The College uses the first floor for social receptions and meetings.
Chapel. For more than one hundred years, the chapel was the Ursuline Sisters Chapel. Built in the late 1890s, the chapel retains its original beauty and stained glass windows.
Charles E. Becker Library is a two-story building totaling 20,040 square feet of space used for the College's Library, “smart classroom” auditorium, Resource Center, computer labs and faculty offices. Dedicated in 1966, the library is named for Charles E. Becker, former chief executive officer of Franklin Life Insurance. Mr. Becker's generosity helped fund the construction of the building as well as purchase library acquisitions. The lower level of Becker Library houses the Presidents' Room Auditorium, the Resource Center, computer lab, faculty offices and the Dean of Student Affairs' office. Gallery space for art exhibits is adjacent to the library space.
Dawson Hall, dedicated on September 30, 1930, was the first academic and administration building built for the College. The three-story, brick, Georgian Classic building houses classrooms of varying sizes and administrative offices. On May 8, 1977, the building was re-named Dawson Hall in honor of Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Dawson, alumni and benefactors of the College. The lower level houses the campus bookstore and Café a la Carte.
Hanlon Hall, located at the south end of the campus, is a two-story brick building that offers 27 single furnished rooms.
Ira A. Weaver Science Building was added to the east side of Dawson Hall in 1961 to house the science labs and science faculty offices. The 7,200 square foot, two-story science building houses five science classrooms, science laboratories and three offices.
Mueller Hall, directly north of the college parking lot on Sixth Street, is the former Carrie Post King's Daughters Retirement Home. Built in the 1860's with 14,200 square feet, the historic home was once owned by the Post family of cereal fame. In October 2006, the College renamed the home Mueller Hall in honor of the Mueller family which includes former SCI president and long-serving history professor, Jeff Mueller, along with his parents, Grant and Nell Mueller. The coed residence hall has 26 residences as well as the College's dining hall.
Mueth Hall, located at the south end of the campus, is a single-story brick building, currently used as a male residence hall. Mueth Hall offers single rooms or suites with a shared bath.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- www1.ben.edu
- Mission Statement
- Benedictine University at Springfield dedicates itself to the education of undergraduate and graduate students from diverse ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds. As an academic community committed to liberal arts and professional education - distinguished and guided by its Roman Catholic tradition and Benedictine heritage - the University prepares its students for a lifetime as active, informed and responsible citizens and leaders in the world community.
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private Not-For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
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- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 98%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 48% | 29% | 32% | 78% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,344 | $3,652 | $3,671 | $4,167 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 16.1% | 20.3% | 16.2% |
| Number in Default | 19 | 24 | 24 |
| Number in Repayment | 118 | 118 | 148 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $8,870 | $8,300 | $7,744 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $8,870 | $8,300 | $7,744 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,870 | $8,300 | $7,744 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,900 | $6,650 | $6,650 |
| Other Expenses | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,856 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| Other Expenses | $2,350 | $2,350 | $2,256 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,400 | $2,350 | $2,318 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $18,870 | $18,050 | $17,250 |
| In-State | $18,870 | $18,050 | $17,250 |
| Out of State | $18,870 | $18,050 | $17,250 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $20,420 | $19,850 | $19,000 |
| In-State | $20,420 | $19,850 | $19,000 |
| Out of State | $20,420 | $19,850 | $19,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $12,470 | $11,900 | $11,062 |
| In-State | $12,470 | $11,900 | $11,062 |
| Out of State | $12,470 | $11,900 | $11,062 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Associate | |
|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | |
| Biology Degree | 4 |
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Commerce Degree | 23 |
| Communications and Journalism | |
| Media Studies Degree | 2 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer Science Degree | 1 |
| Education | |
| Elementary Education Degree | 12 |
| Secondary Education Degree | 2 |
| Engineering | |
| Engineering Degree | 3 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Health Preparatory Programs, Other Degree | 3 |
| Pre-Dentistry Studies Degree | 2 |
| Pre-Medicine, Pre-Medical Studies Degree | 2 |
| Pre-Nursing Studies Degree | 19 |
| Pre-Pharmacy Studies Degree | 1 |
| Pre-Veterinary Studies Degree | 1 |
| Legal Professions and Studies | |
| Pre-Law Studies Degree | 1 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | |
| General Studies Degree | 37 |
| Liberal Arts Degree | 1 |
| Mathematics and Statistics | |
| Mathematics Degree | - |
| Psychology | |
| Psychology Degree | 8 |
| Public Administration and Social Services | |
| Social Work Degree | - |
| Security and Protective Services | |
| Criminalistics and Criminal Science Degree | 2 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Music Degree | - |
| Art Studies Degree | 1 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 559 Undergraduate: 559
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 174 Female: 385
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 174 Female: 385
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 286 Part-Time: 273
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 286 Part-Time: 273
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 8 | 1% |
| American Indian | 3 | 0.5% |
| Black | 87 | 16% |
| Asian | 2 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic | 9 | 2% |
| White | 324 | 58% |
| Unknown | 126 | 23% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 4 | 0.7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 206 | 37% |
| Ages 20-21 | 83 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 61 | 11% |
| Ages 25-29 | 58 | 10% |
| Ages 30-34 | 57 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 36 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 37 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 16 | 3% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 215 | 76 | 139 |
| Faculty Status | 145 | 25 | 120 |
| Tenured Faculty | 12 | 12 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 153 | 25 | 128 |
| Primarily Instruction | 153 | 25 | 128 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 13 | 13 | - |
| Other Professionals | 21 | 21 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Skilled Crafts | 5 | 5 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,024 (25) | $39,847 (13) | $36,049 (12) |
| Professor | $46,254 (4) | $51,013 (2) | $41,496 (2) |
| Associate Professor | $35,709 (11) | $35,411 (6) | $36,067 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $37,639 (9) | $40,704 (5) | $33,808 (4) |
| Instructor | $34,030 (1) | - (-) | $34,030 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,024 (25) | $39,847 (13) | $36,049 (12) |
| Professor | $46,254 (4) | $51,013 (2) | $41,496 (2) |
| Associate Professor | $35,709 (11) | $35,411 (6) | $36,067 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $37,639 (9) | $40,704 (5) | $33,808 (4) |
| Instructor | $34,030 (1) | - (-) | $34,030 (1) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $143,360 | $80,760 | $62,600 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 56% | 44% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Baseball | 27 | 27 | - |
| Golf | 7 | 7 | - |
| Soccer | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 74%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 20%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 55% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 60% |
| Female | 52% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| Black | 50% |
| Asian | 50% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 56% |
| Unknown | 100% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 1 | 3 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
