About Bellarmine University
Bellarmine University is a rapidly growing, friendly campus with a vibrant community providing educational excellence to its diverse student population. Academics rooted in liberal arts stem from Catholic traditions of high quality disciplines.
Bellarmine University offers bachelor’s to doctorate degrees through distance education programs. Programs ranging from education, health sciences and leadership are available online, as well as pre-professional programs.
Benefits of BU online:
- Online courses available to international students
- Accessible and flexible online platform
- Small, capped class sizes
- Regular, substantive course interaction
Accreditation & Licensing
Bellarmine University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Type:
4-year, Private not-for-profitHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Roman CatholicEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 2,543 ; Graduate: 771Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 3% ; Graduate: 33%Graduation Rate:
68%Transfer Rate:
22%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$62,069Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$25,000Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
94%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$34,232Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Bellarmine University is located in Kentucky
Kentucky at a Glance:

Top Majors in Kentucky:
Top Incentives in Kentucky:
- Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship: Up to $2,500 annually
- College Access Program Grant: Up to $2,000 annually
- Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship: Covers remaining tuition
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