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Berea College

Chestnut Street, Berea, KY 40404

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Berea College is distinctive among institutions of higher learning. Founded in 1855 as the first interracial and coeducational college in the South, Berea charges no tuition and admits only academically promising students, primarily from Appalachia, who have limited economic resources. Berea’s cost of educating a student exceeds $23,000 per year.

Berea College, founded by ardent abolitionists and radical reformers, continues today as an educational institution still firmly rooted in its historic purpose "to promote the cause of Christ." Adherence to the College's scriptural foundation, "God has made of one blood all peoples of the earth," shapes the College's culture and programs so that students and staff alike can work toward both personal goals and a vision of a world shaped by Christian values, such as the power of love over hate, human dignity and equality, and peace with justice. This environment frees persons to be active learners, workers, and servers as members of the academic community and as citizens of the world. The Berea experience nurtures intellectual, physical, aesthetic, emotional, and spiritual potentials and with those the power to make meaningful commitments and translate them into action.

Berea offers rigorous undergraduate academic programs leading to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in 28 fields. All students work at least 10 hours per week in campus and service jobs in more than 130 departments.

The College has an inclusive Christian character, expressed in its motto "God has made of one blood all peoples of the Earth." Berea's primary service region is the Southern Appalachian region, but students come from all states in the U.S. and in a typical year, from more than 60 other countries representing a rich diversity of colors, cultures, and faiths. About one in three students represents an ethnic minority.

Berea continues to build upon a distinctive history of 150 years of learning, labor and service, and find new ways to apply our mission (the Great Commitments) to contemporary times by promoting kinship among all people, serving communities in Appalachia and beyond and living sustainably to conserve limited natural resources.

Berea, with a population of 10,000, is located 35 miles south of Lexington where Kentucky’s Bluegrass Region meets the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains. In 1988, Berea was designated the “Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky.” The College is located near the center of town, which is easily accessible by car just off Interstate 75. The driving time from Louisville, Ky., Knoxville, Tenn., or Cincinnati, Ohio is slightly more than two hours. Commercial airline service is available through Blue Grass Airport in Lexington.

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Berea College

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Berea College is a liberal arts work college in Berea, Kentucky (south of Lexington), founded in 1855. Current full-time enrollment is 1,500 students. Berea College is distinctive among post-secondary institutions for providing low-cost education to students from low-income families and for having been the first college in the Southern United States to be coeducational and racially integrated. Berea College charges no tuition; every admitted student is provided the equivalent of a four-year, full-tuition scholarship (currently worth more than $90,000).

Berea offers undergraduate academic programs in 28 different fields. Berea College has a full-participation work-study program where students are required to work at least 10 hours per week in campus and service jobs in over 130 departments. Berea's primary service region is Southern Appalachia, but students come from all states in the United States and more than 60 other countries. Approximately one in three students represents an ethnic minority .

History

Founded in 1855 by the abolitionist John Gregg Fee (1816-1901), Berea College admitted both black and white students in a fully integrated curriculum, making it the first nonsegregated, coeducational college in the South and one of a handful of institutions of higher learning to admit both male and female students in the mid-1800s. The College began as a one-room schoolhouse that also served as a church on Sundays. Although the school's first articles of incorporation were adopted in 1859, founder John Gregg Fee and the teachers were forced out of the area by pro-slavery supporters in that same year.

Fee spent the Civil War years raising funds for the school, trying to provide for his family in Cincinnati, and working at Camp Nelson. He returned afterward to continue his work at Berea. He spent nearly 18 months working mostly at Camp Nelson, where he helped provide facilities for the freedmen and their families, as well as teaching and preaching. He helped get funds for barracks, a hospital, school and church.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Private
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
1,511
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
100%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 516
Students Receiving Aid:
100%
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Selectivity:
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Degree Programs at Berea College

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        A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and applications to specific industries and public policy issues.
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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 100%
Part-Time 0%
Men vs. Women
Women 58%
Men 42%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 74%
African-American 19%
Other 5%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 61%
In-State 39%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Kentucky 39%
Tennessee 11%
Ohio 9%
Alabama 6%
Georgia 4%
Percent of Students International: 7%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 91%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NAIA
Sports Include: Basketball (Kentucky Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
Baseball (Kentucky Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
Track (Kentucky Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 516    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 516    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,252 82%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 1,304 35%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 21,096 100%  
Student Loans:
 $ 1,974 29%  
Any Aid:
   100%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 27% (Most Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 25%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 510, Math: 503
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 638, Math: 618
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 73%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 21, Verbal: 21, Math: 18
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 25, Verbal: 26, Math: 24

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Recommended
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice

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Question: What should a new student bring to their college dorm room?

what kind of things should a freshman student bring to a college dorm room? I have no idea and no one in my family has ever gone to college before . .I thinking mini fridge I am going to Berea College in Kentucky . . .has anyone ever gone there before? I have no idea. . .What did you bring? Please help me out
8 months ago
MinaMay
MinaMay

Best Answer

A mini fridge is definitely a good idea, but check to see if your school provides one (some schools provide Microfridges with the room, which are just mini fridges with microwaves attached on top). Here's a link with a pretty good list on it, you might not need everything on there but it's a good place to start: http://www.collegeboard.com/parents/apply/college-applications/21381.html Some things I would add would be duct tape, batteries, and light bulbs. Also, let me emphasize one item on the list: a FAN! (You will definitely want a fan, although coordinate with your roommate--if you have one, you don't really need two. Dorm room temperatures can be pretty variable and aren't very easy to change, so you'll want a fan to cool your room down in the hot parts of the year.) Maybe in the next few days just think about what you're doing throughout the day and see what kind of materials you need to do it. Then be sure to write those things down (if they're something you'll also be doing at school) so you remember to bring them. Try not to bring too much stuff though, that's a more common problem than not bringing enough. You'll surely forget some things, but it won't be a big deal and this way you can be fairly prepared. Good luck!
Leah
Leah

Question: does anyone know much about berea college in kentucky? Is it as cool as it looks?

I'm considering colleges and would like information aside from what their website provides.
9 months ago
jennifer b
jenni...

Best Answer

Hi Leah! I posted a similar question this time one year ago, asking for more info about Berea College. (If you do a search for Berea College, you will find it). My daughter was accepted, and has been attending Berea for the last year. We are from Texas, and it seemed very far from home. However, we could not pass on the free tuition, etc. I have been to Berea College twice in the last year, so here is some insight. The campus is beautiful. Tons of great old buildings and lots of updated equipment. While all students are required to live on campus, it was in my daughter's favor that we live so far away, she was able to take her car, and that gave her a bit more freedom to get out and about. I think the car rule is that you have to live more than 8 hours from Berea. She made friends quickly with girls in her freshman dorm, and seems to have adjusted well. I always thought it was helpful that everyone there pretty much started out on the same level as far as economics and academics. If you have the chance, you should really go visit and see it for yourself. Please feel free to contact me (through Yahoo answers) if I can answer any other questions about the college.
Riss
Riss

Question: Berea College called me...?

So about a month ago, I sent an application to Berea College on the last day that they accepted applications. But all I did was fill out the form. It was an incomplete application, because I hadnt sent them my transcript and two letters of reccomendation. Because it was incomplete, and the last day to apply, I assumed I didn't have a chance of acceptance, and at the most, I would get a Dear John letter. But yesterday, I got a call from Berea, and they wanted to schedule an interview. They asked for my letters of reccomendation and transcript, which I faxed to them right away, and I had the interview with one of their counselors today. My question is: is this a good sign? I understand that Berea interviews all prospective students, but the fact that they called me instead of the other way around, does that mean I'm seriously being considered for acceptance? Or am I just another applicant?
21 months ago
bluegoat114
blueg...

Best Answer

It sounds like you're a serious applicant! Maybe they haven't realized they never received transcript, etc. Make sure you get it sent to them asap if you are serious about this! It's a great school! (college prof)
CeCe
CeCe

Question: Does anyone go to Berea College? Academically, how hard is it?

21 months ago
jupyter_flew
jupyt...

Best Answer

I didn't, I went to UK :-) I have lots of friends who went there and were very happy with their education and felt it was a fair college and no harder or easier than any other university in the area. Welcome to Kentucky if you're a transplant. You're going to love it here! Berea College has an excellent reputation.
jennifer b
jennifer b

Question: Anyone out there currently attending Berea College in KY?

Berea is one of the colleges my daughter has applied to for fall 2008. I was just wondering if there are any current or past students out there who could give me some inside info on the college. We have talked to the people there at the school, but I am assuming they are a bit biased. We really don't have the funds to visit until we know for sure she has been accepted. Kentucky is pretty far from Texas...so I am just curious if it is TOTALLY different from traditional colleges, etc. Any help is appreciated! Maybe an update, for those who don't know. Berea college is a work college that gives a 4 year tuition scholarship for every student who is accepted. (which is why I was asking for answers from those who currently or previously attend Berea)
24 months ago
Bakem
Bakem

Best Answer

I took my daughter on a college visit there. It is a gorgeous campus and has very impressive programs! One thing you need to know-unless your FAFSA EFC(Estimated Family Contribution) is extremely low, chances are she will not get accepted. They offer full tuition if you are accepted, but your family income has to be really low to meet their guidelines. Berea was designed as a way for students with extreme need(many years ago, largely from Appalachia) to be able to attend college. The applicant rate is very, very high and the acceptance rate is low, mainly due to the full tuition issue and the fact that many applicants don't meet the income guidelines. That said, if you fall into the income category, and your daughter were to be accepted, she would be required to work part time on campus while attending. All students have to as a condition of the tuition/attendance-it is not optional for anyone. The college firmly believes that working is good for students and character building. They limit the hours to only about 15 per week, though. A nominal amount. The county is dry(or was 2 years ago when we visited), so partying is at a minimum. The campus itself is one of the most stunning we visited. Berea is the quintessential small town-quaint and beautiful. Cell phone reception was not so great there-does that tell you what I mean? People were very friendly. We had car trouble while there and locals went out of their way to help us. It felt very safe. It is an extremely walkable campus. A car would not be a requirement. I hope that is helpful!
Black Angel
Black A...

Question: Do you know Berea College?

I'm from Indonesia and my father is like sooo obsessed with that college, maybe because he's a 'huge fan' of liberal arts. But is Berea really that good? I don't even know what major I can choose there. And does it accept international students? Thanks.
24 months ago
Mary M
Mary M

Best Answer

I've heard very good things about it--the academic quality is high, and they make themselves affordable by having all their students work on campus. It's way out in the middle of nowhere, though--if you like city lights and nightlife, you may not like that part of going there!
hannah.bobanna
hannah....

Question: Did I make the right choice in choosing Berea College???

A few weeks ago I decided to enroll at Berea College and now I'm starting to regret my decision. I'm a really good student, and I'm not 100% positive that it's as academically competitive as the school I turned down (The College of Wooster) which I couldn't afford ($11,000+ in loans every year after financial aid). I decided to go to Berea because I was offered a full tuition scholarship (as are all admitted students), it is focused a lot on service and because it was a small, private liberal arts school, which I really wanted. My problem is looking back, I feel like my father pressured me into Berea because it's where he went. We don't have a lot of money, and I think I got scared about college debt. I do like how Berea does have more of a lower economic background atmosphere (something I want after being the only blue-collar kid in an upper middle class school). I like Berea a lot, but I'm just not positive it'll get me into the best grad school. Am I just freaking out or what?
32 months ago
Brin
Brin

Best Answer

I think you need to, at least, take a test drive of the school, for a semester or so. You are freaking out a little it sounds. College is a huge step, and nerves are definitely getting the best of you. I think you should go and see how you like it once classes actually begin. If it's not what you wanted then transfer. You're a good student and if you keep your status, transferring to a university of choice wouldn't be hard later on. You'll be fine, I just think you should give it a chance. It'll all work out either way. Best of luck in your future!

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