Bradley University
Peoria, Illinois · Private
Bradley University admitted 75% of 8,539 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1090–1300 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 72% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Bradley University
Enter a score to see whether Bradley University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (75%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
Bradley University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free. Bradley University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Bradley University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Bradley University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Bradley University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Class rank
Considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Test scores
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.82 GPA. 23% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $55,970 a year. After grants, students paid $24,703 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Bradley University’s acceptance rate?
Bradley University admitted 75% of applicants: 6,369 of 8,539 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Bradley University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Bradley University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1090 to 1300, with a median around 1200. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Bradley University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Bradley University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Bradley University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does Bradley University have supplemental essays?
No. Bradley University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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