Berea College
Berea, KY
Federal IPEDS data · Updated July 26, 2026
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Campus Overview
Berea College is a small-town private four-year institution located in Berea, KY. It enrolls a small student body of approximately 1,527 undergraduate students. As a private institution, it sets its own tuition and operates independently of state funding.
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Typical marketing claims from schools like Berea College vs. verified federal data
"Close faculty relationships and intimate seminars
Student-faculty ratio: 9:1 (est. ~23 students per class)
"A transformative experience where students thrive
Graduation rate: 58%
"An investment in a life-changing education
Avg net price (after aid): $5,888
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