In 1887, the Benedictine monks of St. Procopius Abbey founded the St. Procopius College in Chicago, Illinois, primarily to educate men of Czech and Slovak descent. In 1901, the College moved to Lisle, in DuPage County and dedicated the first building, Benedictine Hall, on the same year. In 1969, the college accepted female students and, in 1971, St. Procopius College was renamed Benedictine College. The College became Benedictine University in 1996, after it added graduate, doctorate and adult learner courses in its program offerings.

Benedictine University offers campus based and online degree programs. The University offers two online Bachelor degrees (Management, and Organizational Leadership), seven Masters degrees, one Doctorate degree (Education) and one certificate program (Disaster Management Certificate).

Benedictine University has various financial aid programs to help make earning a degree more affordable. Apart from federal grants, various private loans, grants and scholarships can be availed of. Information on scholarship requirements and opportunities can be discussed with staff at the University’s financial aid office.

Apart from the application form and the transcript from previous academic institutions attended, the admission requirements at Benedictine University vary and are are basically course specific. For information on program requirements and procedures, visit the website or contact the Benedictine University admissions office.

Benedictine University is accredited with the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In 2009, it was ranked 43rd of 140 schools classified as Best Universities Masters in the Midwest. In terms of Racial Diversity Benedictine ranks 11th amongst the universities in the Midwest

For more information on admissions, college majors, degrees offered, online programs, school rankings, reviews tuition, scholarships and financial aid options, please contact Benedictine University.