Benedictine College

What does Benedictine College offer in terms of athletics?

The Benedictine Ravens compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, or NAIA, and the Heart of America Athletic Conference. Varsity opportunities include sports such as football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, cross-country, and track and field.

Varsity teams have recruiting and eligibility requirements. Club, intramural, and recreational activities are different ways to participate and may offer a more flexible commitment; their schedules and available sports can change. Students should check the current athletics and recreation listings rather than assuming every sport offered informally is a varsity program.

What student groups and Associations are available at Benedictine College?

Benedictine College students can participate in student government, service and faith-based groups, academic interests, and performing arts organizations. Reported examples include Student Government, Knights of Columbus, Ravens Respect Life, and Concert Chorale or Chamber Singers.

The college also has a student-run newspaper and theater activities. Organization membership and activity can vary from year to year, so a prospective student seeking a particular club should check the current recognized-organization directory. Student organizations should not be confused with college-operated services or varsity teams.

Who studies at Benedictine College?

Benedictine College reported 2,535 enrolled students, including 609 first-time degree-seeking undergraduates in the reported entering group. Most students in the age counts were between 18 and 24, although the college also enrolled older students.

The reported geographic profile is notably national for a Kansas college: 19% of students were Kansas residents, while 81% came from other U.S. states. About 1% were reported as coming from foreign countries. Those figures describe enrollment categories, not students' backgrounds or experiences within them.

Reported race and ethnicity counts include 1,689 White students, 304 Hispanic or Latino students, and 59 Black or African American students. Prospective students using these counts should note that reporting categories and reference years can differ across enrollment sources.

How does student life look like at Benedictine College?

Benedictine College has a substantially residential student body: approximately 70% of students live on campus, while 30% commute. That balance makes campus programming and shared facilities relevant to everyday life, without implying that commuters cannot participate.

Outside classes, students can attend performances and athletics, take part in religious activities, use campus health and personal counseling services, and join student-led events. A prospective student comparing campus environments may find it useful to look at the timing of activities and services - particularly evening programs - against their own work, travel, or family commitments.

What libraries are available to students at Benedictine College?

Benedictine College has one reported campus library, the Benedictine College Library. It supports coursework and research through library collections and academic information resources.

Students planning substantial research should check the library's current database access, research-help services, borrowing policies, and options for obtaining materials the college does not hold. Its reported facilities do not include study areas open around the clock or reservable study rooms, so students who need late-night or group workspace should identify other available campus spaces and their hours.