About Bennett College

Founded in 1873, Bennett College. is a Private college. Located in North Carolina, which is a city setting in North Carolina, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 474 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Bennett College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 34 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Bennett College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate97%
Application Deadline
Application Fee35
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,20% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 8 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

50% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 12% were in the top quarter, and 8% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Bennett College.

7%
“We”re apathetic”
29%
“We know about current events and vote”
43%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
21%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
29%
“Sometimes, but not often”
29%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
43%
“All the time, including weekends”
7%
“I”m always terrified”
21%
“I only go out in groups”
29%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
43%
“I feel extremely safe”
67%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
21%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
29%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
7%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
29%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
64%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
50%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
14%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
29%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
36%
“There might be people who do”
7%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
7%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
7%
“We”re apathetic”
29%
“We know about current events and vote”
43%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
21%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
29%
“Sometimes, but not often”
29%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
43%
“All the time, including weekends”
7%
“I”m always terrified”
21%
“I only go out in groups”
29%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
43%
“I feel extremely safe”
67%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
7%
“It”s not really our thing”
21%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
29%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
43%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
7%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
29%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
64%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
50%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
14%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
29%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
36%
“There might be people who do”
7%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
7%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    91 Students rated on-campus housing 3.1 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    53 Students rated off-campus housing 3.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    92 Students rated campus food 2.6 stars. 8 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    93 Students rated campus facilities 3.3 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    93 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    93 Students rated school activities 3.2 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    94 Students rated local services 3.8 stars. 34 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    93 Students rated academics 3.3 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

Bennett College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Bennett College?

14 Students rated Bennett College

Dajah - 07/30/2019

I believe bennett is like any other college but I’m many ways different .Bennett offers a chance to build friendships and family’s and education wise it offers allot but by it being an older school their are things they need to work on especially the cost

Kyaria - 06/19/2019

The class sizes are very good. The staff is always available if you need anything. Also they care about your academics and your safety. There are many clubs to join around the campus such as SUAB, Biology club and others. We have plays, choir concerts, and a dance team.

vartejah - 04/23/2019

I loved Bennett College. I loved everything about it, from being an HBCU to being an all women's college. I love the fact that they are teaching girls how to talk to people and learn how to make connection. At my campus visit I learned that they have an amazing biology program and that they have many programs I can be apart of. On campus housing is great. I love my roommates and whenever I have a problem there is always someone to talk to. Campus food is great. There is something for everyone to eat whether they do not eat meat or only eat certain meats or if they're vegan. Campus facilities are great. The class is size is not that big but also not too small. The extracurricular activities are amazing. I am on the cheer team and could not be having more fun. There is also a modeling club which improves self-confidence and self-empowerment. There are a lot of nearby shops and stores. There is a town center 10 minutes away and if you do not have a car you can ride the HEAT bus for free. The academics here are taken vey seriously. The school makes sure that the students know that they are here for an education. My overall rating for the school is a 10/10 and I would recommend anyone to attend Bennett College.

Sandra - 02/08/2019

This school is not for everyone. There are a lot of disrespectful staff and students that attended this school. The have had numerous severe food poisoning and had numerous issues with the students (bullying). When I first arrived on campus some students told me to not attend this school and go to another school since students did not take their education seriously. This was due to the fact that the administration was randomly accepting students into their school due to their low enrollment rate. Hopefully, since the school raised enough money to stay open, they can invest and fix the schools dorms and try to "follow the rules".

Bennett College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Bennett College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Bennett College is 97%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to work harder now to develop GREAT study skills and time management. In college, you end up wanting to do a lot of different things and without already being able to manage your time and effectively study it becomes harder to build the skills as you go along. Most importantly, I would encourage anyone to know exactly who you are, whose you are, and what you believe and be very strong in that. Many people come to school trying to "find themselves" and end up finding themselves in a world of trouble instead! Build a good foundation to stand on of what you believe, your morals and values, and when you arrive at school, do not let those things go. Yes, people will challenge what you believe and maybe even make you think things over; but as the saying goes if you don't stand for something you will fall for anything. So know what you stand for and if you change a little, fine. However, keep yourself from being set up to fall for the foolishness that can mislead you and distract you from your goals in life.

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  3. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Before I came to this school I already knew everything that I wanted to know. I have done research and I have family memebers in this city.

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  4. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school was a very quiet but upbeat school.

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  5. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Bennett College is a place where you truly become a woman of substance. At times it can be a place that you hate to love but all in the same you do not want to leave. The sisterhood here is like no other. The staff is supportivte and there for you but you have to apply yourself. Bennett College is a wonderful place to find your purpose in life.

    Read all 24 answers

  6. What's unique about your campus?

    I believe the best thing about Bennett College for Women is the sisterhood. The bond we share with each is life lasting among each other. I enjoy the small classes.

    Read all 21 answers

  7. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A young woman in search of a well-rounded educationalexperience. Someone who is looking to find herself and mature academically, professionally, mentally, etc.

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  8. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I love the fact that I attend HBCU and it also is a all woman school.

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  9. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are fun and focused for the most part but need to be a little more attentive at times.

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  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    Maybe the lack of sisterhood.

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  11. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    I think our school is best known for educating and molding young women into strong, independent, global contributors. Students are guided by faculty, staff, and their upperclassmen sisters to be not only educated, but empowered, confident, and lady-like. Anyone who knows about Bennett can spot a Bennett Belle without ever knowing anything about the person, but just seeing the way that they carry themselves.

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  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Anyone who is not committed and really focus on their education. Even thought there is lots of help, one can only recieve help if they are willing to help themselves.

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  13. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most fustrating thing about bennett college for women, is that some students are financially stable, and bennett college faculty should be mmore flexible and willing to work with the students and their students, on this issue.

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  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    The academics are like any other you have to study and be ahead of the game in order to succeed. Falling behind and not caring will not get you anywhere in any college.

    Read all 1 answers

  15. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    ACES

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  16. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    This is school is great. I'm glad I choose Bennett to be my home away from home. The students are very helpful and friendly. They helped me adapt and get around in the school. The school is uplifting.

    Read all 1 answers

  17. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    The stereotype of the students are (they) we are very focus, ambitious, encouraging and ready to success in life.(don't mess with those BELLES)

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Student Body

Students

99%

female

1%

male

474

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

42%

Out-Of-State

58%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

59

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

3

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

90%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
84%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
N/A

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

97% of students attending Bennett College receive some sort of financial aid. 83% were awarded federal grants. While 84% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$18,513

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,400

Books and Supplies

$8,114

Room and Board

28,027

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$21,545
$30 - $48K
$21,709
$48 - $75K
$24,136
$75 - $110K
$28,768
$110K & UP
$26,722

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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