Fontbonne University, a Catholic coeducational institution of higher learning sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, is rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition. The university is dedicated to the discovery, understanding, preservation and dissemination of truth. Undergraduate and graduate programs are offered in an atmosphere characterized by a commitment to open communication, personal concern and diversity. Fontbonne University seeks to educate students to think critically, to act ethically and to assume responsibility as citizens and leaders.
Our classes have an attractive 13:1 student-faculty ratio, and we have a student body of approximately 3,000. Fontbonne is known for the personal care and concern that comes from a small school environment. Students may choose from 34 undergraduate majors, as well as 25 minors and 17 master's degree programs. Although historically Fontbonne has been renowned for fine arts and education, today the university's largest department is business and administration. Nationally recognized programs in dietetics and communication disorders round out Fontbonne's traditional and innovative program offerings.
Admission Considerations:
Secondary school GPA (Required), Secondary school rank (Required), Secondary school record (Required), Completion of college-prepatory program (Required), Recommendations (Recommended), Formal demonstration of competencies (Recommended), Admission test scores (Required), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) (Required)
Test Scores (2006) :
25th Percentile
75th Percentile
SAT Critical Reading
480
585
SAT Math
470
600
SAT Writing
ACT Composite
18
23
ACT English
18
25
ACT Math
17
23
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Notes:
25th Percentile = 25% of students scored at or below
75th Percentile = 25% of students scored above
Tuition and Fees :
Undergraduate Academic Year Cost:
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2008
Tuition and fees
$16,320
$17,440
$18,320
Books and supplies
$650
$650
$650
Room and board (on campus)
$6,988
$6,988
$6,971
Room and board (off campus)
$6,660
$6,660
$6,660
Financial Aid Information:
Financial Aid Office Phone: (314) 889-1414
Percentage of students receiving any financial aid: 90%
Average amount of types of financial aid received from:
Federal Grants: $2,300
State/Local Grants: $1,500
Institutional Grants: $5,000
Student Loans: $3,500
