Benedictine College and Pittsburg State University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Benedictine is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Atchison, KS and Pitt State is a four-year, public school located in Pittsburg, KS.
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| Benedictine College | vs. | Pittsburg State University |
|---|---|---|
| Atchison, Kansas | Location | Pittsburg, Kansas |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $36,350 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,400
Out-Of-State$19,744 |
| 94% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 61% |
| $22,149 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,306 |
| 98.12 % | Acceptance Rates | 89.42 % |
| 22.86 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 31.90 % |
| 1,300 | SAT Score | - |
| 25 | ACT Score | 20 |
| 62 % | Graduation Rate | 57 % |
| 27 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 83 % | Retention Rate | 77 % |
| 2,535 | Student Population | 5,755 |
| 137 | Number of Faculties | 269 |
| 16 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |