Benedictine University: what international applicants need

What are Benedictine University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Benedictine University has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on July 26, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Benedictine University's acceptance rate?

95.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Benedictine University admitted 2,898 of its 3,043 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Benedictine University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Benedictine University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 26, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Benedictine University's application fee for international students?

Benedictine University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Benedictine University accept?

Benedictine University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Benedictine University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Benedictine University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Benedictine University require?

Benedictine University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Benedictine University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Benedictine University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Benedictine University have?

71 of Benedictine University's 1,972 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Benedictine University cost for international students?

Benedictine University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $35,940, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $10,850. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $52,388 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source