Christian Brothers University: what international applicants need

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

Christian Brothers University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Christian Brothers University's acceptance rate?

86.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Christian Brothers University admitted 1,304 of its 1,504 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 Christian Brothers University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Christian Brothers 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.

What SAT score do you need for Christian Brothers University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 560–680 in Math and 460–700 in Reading and Writing (5% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 19–24.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

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

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

Which English tests does Christian Brothers University accept?

Christian Brothers University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic 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 Christian Brothers University accept the Duolingo English Test?

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

How many recommendation letters does Christian Brothers University require?

Christian Brothers 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 Christian Brothers University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Christian Brothers 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 Christian Brothers University have?

93 of Christian Brothers University's 1,155 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 8.1%.

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

How much does Christian Brothers University cost for international students?

Christian Brothers University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $38,420, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $11,055. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $53,103 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