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Benedictine University

Also known as: BenU, Benedictine, Eagles

Private Nonprofit school in Lisle, Illinois, United States of America

Founded in 1887 by Benedictine monks as St. Procopius College, Benedictine University enrolls approximately 3,100 students across its Lisle and Mesa campuses, offering over 100 programs in liberal arts, business, education, and health sciences on its 108‑acre suburban Lisle campus near Argonne and Fermilab; the institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and competes athletically as the Eagles in NCAA Division III NACC .

private Catholic university

test-optional

liberal arts and sciences

suburban campus

SAT Scores are optional

This university has a test-optional policy.

Since fall 2020, Benedictine University has adopted a test‑optional policy for SAT and ACT scores for freshman admission; applicants are not required to submit scores but may do so to strengthen their application, with a composite ACT score of 21 or SAT score of 1060 recommended for those who choose to submit .

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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