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Bradley is in Peoria, Illinois. Peoria is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Bradley issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
The school offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at Bradley include engineering and media.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Bradley scored at least 630 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 520 to 640 in 2005.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The Bradley teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 6,154 students study at the school (in 2005).
Very few students at Bradley attend part-time. The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in Missouri Valley Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Bradley University
1501 W Bradley Ave
Peoria, IL 61625-0001
General Phone: (309) 676-7611
Admissions Phone: (309) 677-1000
Financial Aid Phone: (309) 677-3089
http://www.bradley.edu
Bradley awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 355 | business management, accounting, MIS, marketing, finance, sales, human resources, small business management, ... |
| Engineering | 179 | mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, construction engineering, manufacturing engineering, civil engineering courses, engineering physics, ... |
| Media | 176 | advertising, public relations, radio and television, animation and special effects, journalism, photojournalism, communication studies, communication and journalism, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 162 | elementary school teaching, school counseling, education of learning disabled, early childhood education, educational administration, adult ed administration, social studies teaching, curriculum and instruction, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 134 | English, political science, history, sociology, international relations, liberal arts and sciences, Spanish language, economics, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 89 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 74 | computer science, information science, computer engineering |
| Science | 44 | biology, call and molecular biology, chemistry, physics, geology, biochemistry |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 42 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist, nursing administration |
| Medicine | 38 | health professions |
| Family And Social Work | 31 | social work, family and consumer science, merchandising and retailing |
| Design | 21 | graphic design |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 18 | criminal justice and administration |
| Fine Arts | 16 | fine arts, art history and criticism, painting, sculpture, ceramics, fine arts studies |
| Music | 10 | music, music management, music theory and composition, music performance |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 7 | acting, drama, directing |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | manufacturing tech, electronics tech |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | philosophy, religion |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 4 | environmental science |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 4 | photography, drawing, printmaking |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 1 | dietitian |
| Art Studies | 0 | art studies |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 0 | clinical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Bradley in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,173 | 113 |
| Master's degree | 252 | 24 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Bradley had a total enrollment of 6,154 students (5,607 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 83% |
| Graduate | 17% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 32% |
| 20-21 | 38% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 85% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Bradley offers campus housing for 2,200 of its 5,607 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Peoria, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,502 | 3,820 | 69% | 1,136 | 30% |
| Men | 2,221 | 1,465 | 66% | 486 | 33% |
| Women | 3,281 | 2,355 | 72% | 650 | 28% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 10% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 95% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (309) 677-1000
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 18,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,700 |
| Room and board | $ 6,450 |
| Room charge | $ 3,700 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,750 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,050 |
Financial Aid:
Bradley participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 164100)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (309) 677-3089
Bradley has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 160 | 51 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 37 | 30 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 21 | 31 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 75 | $84,974 | 11 | $85,207 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 84 | $66,899 | 28 | $62,223 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 49 | $55,349 | 52 | $47,245 |
| Instructor | academic year | 9 | $42,547 | 13 | $35,472 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 8 | $37,723 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 217 | $69,528 | 112 | $52,672 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Missouri Valley Conference |
| Baseball | Missouri Valley Conference |
| Track | Missouri Valley Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 86 | 86 | 172 |
| Basketball | 11 | 15 | 26 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| Track | 6 | 18 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 45 | 53 | 98 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Insurance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Selling Skills and Sales Operations
Small Business Administration/Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Directing and Theatrical Production
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
German Language Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physics Teacher Education
Psychology Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Speech Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Civil Engineering, Other
Construction Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering Physics
Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Painting
Sculpture
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Organizational Communication, General
Photojournalism
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Drawing
Photography
Printmaking
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bradley Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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