Christian Brothers University
Memphis, TN
1,526
Students
24,970
Avg. Financial Aid
Moderate
Admission Difficulty
52%
Acceptance Rate
Urban
Setting
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Christian Brothers University
Overview
Christian Brothers University is a Comprehensive institution located in Memphis, TN, in an urban setting.
Location & Contact
Address
650 East Parkway South
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
Contact
Ms. Kristi Forman
Director of Admissions
Email: admissions@cbu.edu
Phone: 901-321-3205
Fax: 901-321-3202
Director of Admissions
Email: admissions@cbu.edu
Phone: 901-321-3205
Fax: 901-321-3202
Majors & Degrees
| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
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| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, And Group Studies Related |
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| Biological And Biomedical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Biochemistry |
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| Biology/biological Sciences |
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| Biomedical Sciences |
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| Ecology |
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| Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Accounting |
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| Business Administration And Management |
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| Business/commerce |
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| Business/corporate Communications |
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| Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Computer Science |
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| Information Science/studies |
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| Education | Associate | Bachelors |
| Early Childhood Education |
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| Education |
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| English/language Arts Teacher Education |
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| History Teacher Education |
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| Mathematics Teacher Education |
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| Science Teacher Education |
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| Special Education |
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| Engineering | Associate | Bachelors |
| Biochemical Engineering |
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| Chemical Engineering |
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| Civil Engineering |
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| Computer Engineering |
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| Electrical And Electronics Engineering |
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| Engineering Physics/applied Physics |
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| Mechanical Engineering |
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| Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | Bachelors |
| Engineering/industrial Management |
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| English Language And Literature/Letters | Associate | Bachelors |
| Creative Writing |
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| English |
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| Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Nursing Practice |
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| History | Associate | Bachelors |
| History |
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| Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities | Associate | Bachelors |
| General Studies |
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| Liberal Arts And Sciences/liberal Studies |
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| Mathematics And Statistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Mathematics |
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| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Interdisciplinary Studies |
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| Mathematics And Computer Science |
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| Natural Sciences |
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| Philosophy And Religious Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Philosophy And Religious Studies |
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| Physical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Chemistry |
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| Physics |
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| Psychology | Associate | Bachelors |
| Applied Psychology |
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| Psychology |
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| Security And Protective Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Cyber/computer Forensics And Counterterrorism |
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| Visual And Performing Arts | Associate | Bachelors |
| Fine/studio Arts |
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
2,757
Applied
1,451
Accepted
1,526
Enrolled
Female Admissions
1,649
Females Applied
832
Females Accepted
50%
Male Admissions
1,108
Males Applied
619
Males Accepted
56%
Applying
25
Application Fee
3.69
Avg. high school GPA for freshman
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Required |
Transcript of high school record Essay A minimum high school GPA of 2 |
| Required for some programs |
2 recommendations |
| Recommended |
Interview |
Application Deadlines
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admissions |
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| Fall freshmen | August 1st | December 1st | |
| Other early decision plan | Not reported | Not reported | |
| Transfer | August 23rd | Not reported | Yes |
Test Scores Accepted
| Test | Avg. Score Accepted | 25th Percentile
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75th Percentile
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| ACT Composite | 24 | 21 | 27 |
Tuition & Fees
Tuition
31,900
Fees
920
Full-time student fees
7,400
Room & board
Other Payment Considerations
| Guaranteed tuition plan offered | No |
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| Tuition pre-payment plan | No |
| Tuition payment plans offered | Yes |
| Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuition |
Employees |
Financial Aid
24,970
Avg. Financial Aid Package
27,968
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
25,486
Avg. International Student Financial Aid Package
4,006
Avg. Loan Aid
17,121
Avg. Grant Aid
21,001
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
74%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
29%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
1,526
Total Undergrad students
3%
International Students
23%
Out-of-state students
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 8.68% |
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| Black or African American | 27.02% |
| White or Caucasian | 40.17% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.53% |
| Asian | 5% |
| Two or more races | 3.42% |
| Other | 11.77% |
Gender
Male (46.92%)
Female (53.08%)
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
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| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | Yes |
| Housing options |
Co-ed housing Men-only housing Women-only housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 40% |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Drama/theatre group
Student-run radio station
Student-run television station
Marching band
Choral groups
Campus events:
Homecoming Weekend and Sofapalooza
Homecoming Weekend and Sofapalooza
Student Services
Legal services
Health clinic
Personal/psychological counseling
Women's center
International students advisor
Student Organizations
Greek fraternities
Greek sororities
Local fraternities
Local sororities
More
Most popular organizations:
Black Student Association, Tri-Beta, Hola CBU and Delta Sigma Pi
Black Student Association, Tri-Beta, Hola CBU and Delta Sigma Pi
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Student patrols
Late-night transport/escort services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
Athletics
Men's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
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| Baseball | No | Division 2 | |
| Basketball | |
Division 2 | |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 2 | |
| Golf | No | Division 2 | |
| Soccer | |
Division 2 | |
| Softball | |
No | No |
| Tennis | No | Division 2 | |
| Track And Field | No | Division 2 | |
| Ultimate Frisbee | |
No | No |
| Volleyball | |
No | No |
Women's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
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| Baseball | No | No | No |
| Basketball | |
Division 2 | |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 2 | |
| Golf | No | Division 2 | |
| Soccer | |
Division 2 | |
| Softball | |
Division 2 | |
| Tennis | No | Division 2 | |
| Track And Field | No | Division 2 | |
| Ultimate Frisbee | |
No | No |
| Volleyball | |
Division 2 | |
Faculty
193
Total Faculty
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-time - 105
Part-time - 88
Male - 110
Female - 83