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Begin Your Journey to an Online Program
Benedictine University’s admissions team is here to provide the guidance you’ll need to enroll in an online program. From the time you apply to your first week of class, an admissions counselor will provide helpful information and support every step of the way. Start your program on your schedule with no application fee and no GRE/GMAT or ACT/SAT requirements.
Key Admissions Dates
Get started by applying by our next deadline. If you need help, Benedictine’s admissions counselors can work with you to empower your success. After all, we want your experience at Benedictine, from application to graduation, to be a great one.
| Fall A Application Deadline | August 4, 2025 (D.N.P. program) August 11, 2025 (RN to B.S.N. and Dual M.S.N./M.B.A. programs) August 25, 2025 (all other online programs) |
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| Fall A Start Date | August 25, 2025 |
| Fall B Application Deadline | October 6, 2025 |
| Fall B Start Date | October 20, 2025 |
The application deadlines differ for the D.N.P., RN to B.S.N. and Dual M.S.N./M.B.A. Request information to learn the next application deadlines or to request additional information for our programs.
How to Apply
Call us at (866) 295-3104 or request information to speak with an admissions counselor. We will guide you through the online degree admission requirements and help you determine which program matches your goals.
You can apply any time — including now.
Work closely with your admissions counselor to gather the required documents for your program, such as references and transcripts. The admission requirements vary — visit your program of interest to learn everything to include with your application.
Be sure to start the financial aid process after you apply to make your online program fit your budget.
Find Your Path to Benedictine University
With Benedictine University’s online programs, you have multiple paths to a career-aligned degree or certificate. Explore the following options for making the most of transfer credits for our degree programs, military experience and more.
Transfer Students
Transfer Your Credits to Benedictine
Benedictine University wants you to get credit for your previous college experience. We’ll work with you to transfer eligible credits to our online degree programs, enabling you to save time and money as you finish your degree. As you plan to begin an online program, it’s important to:
- Visit your program of interest to learn how many credits you can transfer
- Be sure to submit your application and transcripts soon so we can evaluate whether your prior coursework will transfer to our online degree programs
- Request information to discuss your transfer eligibility with an admissions counselor
Do you plan to transfer from a Benedictine University campus program to an online degree program? You will need to complete an interview with an admissions counselor, be in good academic standing, complete the required admissions transfer forms and speak with your campus academic advisor.
Military Affiliated Students
We’re Proud to Support Our Military Students
Benedictine University is grateful to the men and women who have served in the U.S. military. We offer special benefits to active-duty and veteran service members, including a 10% tuition reduction through our Military Scholarship. Moreover, we participate in many government programs that support military service members and their spouses and dependents, such as:
- Montgomery GI Bill® (Chapter 30)*
- Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB SR, Chapter 1606)*
- Post 9/11 GI Bill and the Yellow Ribbon program (Chapter 33)*
- Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP, Chapter 1607)
- Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA, Chapter 35)
- Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program (VR&E, Chapter 31)
- Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP, Chapter 32)
International Students
We Welcome Students from Throughout the World
Benedictine University’s online programs enable you to earn a degree from a respected American university without leaving home. After completing your program, you’ll have abundant opportunities for networking with other professionals through our alumni association and online directory of graduates. Some of the admission requirements include:
- Foreign Transcript Evaluation: A three-year bachelor’s degree program must be deemed equivalent to a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree program by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), World Education Services (WES) or Educational Perspectives to qualify for admission to a graduate program.
- English Language Proficiency: International students applying to graduate programs must meet set requirements on a proficiency exam. Visit your program of interest for the minimum scores.
Advance to the next stage of your career with Benedictine University. Our online programs prepare you for in-demand roles in business, criminology, nursing, public health and beyond.
Explore ProgramsWe strive to provide valuable returns as you progress through your online program and career. To make your program cost-effective, we can help you explore financial aid options, scholarships, military benefits and more. Plus, learn how tuition reimbursement programs help you save money while earning a career-aligned degree.
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*GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.