Bradley University

What is the accreditation of Bradley University?

Bradley University holds institutional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission. Institutional accreditation applies to the university as a whole; it is distinct from the approval or accreditation of an individual degree program.

Some Bradley programs have additional professional accreditation, including business programs associated with AACSB International and engineering programs accredited individually under ABET criteria. Students considering a regulated profession, such as nursing, teaching, or engineering, should check the exact program's current accreditation or state approval and the licensing rules where they plan to work. Institutional accreditation is relevant to eligibility for federal student aid and is commonly considered in transfer-credit decisions, but it does not require another college to accept every course or establish eligibility for every professional license.

What are the admission requirements at Bradley University?

First-year applicants to Bradley generally submit an undergraduate application and a secondary-school transcript showing completion of high school or an accepted equivalent. Bradley considers the academic record and GPA; class rank is not required. Applicants should check whether their intended major has additional entry or progression requirements.

Bradley's reported admissions criteria do not require or recommend SAT or ACT scores. Recommendations and completion of a college-preparatory program may be considered, but are not general requirements. Applicants whose prior education was not in English may need to demonstrate English proficiency, including through an accepted test such as the TOEFL; the appropriate method depends on the applicant's circumstances and current admissions rules.

In the reported first-year admissions cycle, Bradley admitted 7,260 of 9,458 applicants, an acceptance rate of about 77%. Of those admitted, 811 enrolled. These figures describe a past applicant group, not an individual applicant's likelihood of admission. Students applying to a selective major, seeking scholarships, or entering in a particular term should check the applicable deadlines separately.

What are the application fees and waivers at Bradley University?

Applicants should check the fee displayed for their specific Bradley application before submitting it. An application fee, if charged for that route, is separate from an enrollment deposit and from tuition; charges can differ between undergraduate, graduate, and specialized applications.

Students for whom a fee would present a hardship should ask undergraduate admissions about the available fee-waiver process before submitting an application or making a payment. The office can clarify which application methods accept a waiver and what documentation, if any, is needed. Graduate and professional applicants should use the instructions for their particular program rather than assume that undergraduate waiver rules apply.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Bradley University?

Army ROTC is available through a unit on Bradley's campus. ROTC combines university coursework with military training for students considering a commission as an Army officer.

Participation in an introductory ROTC course is not the same as receiving an ROTC scholarship or committing to military service. Scholarship eligibility, contracting, medical and fitness standards, and eventual service obligations have separate rules. Students should review those terms with Bradley's Army ROTC staff before making an enrollment or financial decision. Applicants interested in Air Force or Navy ROTC should confirm a current cross-enrollment arrangement with those programs rather than assume that Bradley's Army unit provides access to every branch.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Bradley University?

Bradley accepts transfer applicants and generally considers credit from other accredited institutions. Transfer entry is available for fall, spring, and summer terms, but admission to the university and acceptance of particular courses toward a degree are separate decisions.

Transfer applicants should be prepared to submit official transcripts from every college attended and follow any additional instructions that apply to their academic history or intended major. Bradley also reports accepting several forms of evaluated prior learning for transfer consideration, including CLEP, DSST/DANTES, and credit supported by American Council on Education recommendations. Acceptance of an examination or recommendation does not mean it will satisfy a particular major requirement.

Before enrolling, request a program-specific transfer-credit evaluation. Ask which courses meet general education or major requirements, which count only as electives, and how many Bradley credits must be completed for the degree. That distinction is especially important for sequential programs in engineering, education, and health fields, where prerequisites can affect time to graduation.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Bradley University?

Bradley students can explore international study through university-supported study-abroad advising and approved programs. Depending on the opportunity, study may take place during a semester or a shorter academic break; the academic and financial arrangements are not necessarily the same for every program.

Students should obtain academic approval before committing to a program, particularly if a course must satisfy a major requirement. They should also compare the program charge with regular Bradley tuition, housing costs, travel expenses, and the aid that can be applied. A short-term faculty-led course may fit a tightly sequenced major more readily than a full semester away, while a semester program may offer more extensive immersion. Advising should establish who awards the credit and how it will appear on the Bradley transcript.