Established in 1923 with a calling to “serve the dear neighbor,” Fontbonne fosters a welcoming and inclusive culture. While we are extremely proud of our Catholic heritage, we encourage the open exchange of ideas and embrace students and staff of all faiths—or none at all.

From fine arts to health sciences, cybersecurity to international business management, Fontbonne offers more than 100 areas of study to prepare you for an engaged and rewarding life, no matter how you’re called to serve.

Fontbonne has been named as a top regional university in the Midwest, as well as one of the best value schools in the Midwest, by U.S. News and World Report for 2022.

Pay us a visit and experience for yourself how Fontbonne empowers students of all backgrounds, interests, and aspirations to Soar Higher.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Acceptance Rate

85%

SAT Range

990-1100

ACT Range

17-23

Application Fee

SAT/ACT

Neither required nor recommended

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$16,531 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$24,559 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

98%

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Academics

Professors

B minus

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

9:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

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With accredited academic programs in liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business and health sciences, Fontbonne offers 100+ areas of study. Named a top regional university as well as one of the best value schools in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, Fontbonne’s 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio supports the discussion and personal attention needed to assist students in reaching their goals.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
74%
On Campus
6%
Online
20%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

728 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

Undergrads Over 25

18%

Pell Grant

61%

Varsity Athletes

30%

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Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

72%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$40,800 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

66%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

99%

National

83%