Benedictine University

Benedictine University requires at least 120 semester hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Benedictine University accepts transfer credits. Additionally, Benedictine University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 53% of students who start college at Benedictine University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	–	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Benedictine University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Benedictine University?

Benedictine University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Benedictine University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Benedictine University

When choosing a major, Benedictine University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Benedictine University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Benedictine University false.Benedictine University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Benedictine University

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Does Benedictine University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Benedictine University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Benedictine University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Benedictine University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Benedictine University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Benedictine University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Benedictine University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Benedictine University true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Benedictine University.

Does Benedictine University Require Internships?

🟨 Benedictine University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Benedictine University

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Benedictine University Library

The main library on campus is the Benedictine Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Benedictine University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Benedictine University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Illinois Institute of Technology

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Benedictine University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Benedictine University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Benedictine University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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