Sweet Briar College

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Sweet Briar, VA
(434) 381-6100
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Annual Tuition (In-State)

$23,730

Total Enrollment

464

Graduation Rate

48.1%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

76

Last reported year

Where is Sweet Briar College?

What are the Most Popular Programs at Sweet Briar College

11 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 52.0101
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9 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 42.0101
6 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 14.1301

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Admissions

Sweet Briar College accepts 71.7% of applicants, offering accessible admission for qualified students. Prospective students typically need to provide high school transcript, minimum GPA, and letters of recommendation. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 138 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

Sweet Briar College enrolls 464 students. The college maintains a 77% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Sweet Briar College maintains a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 77% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. With very high enrollment intensity, students engage deeply in their studies and campus activities.

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Faculty & Staff

Sweet Briar College employs 49 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 2% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Sweet Briar College offers programs in 13 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Business/Commerce, General, Environmental Science, and Biology/Biological Sciences, General. In 2023, the college awarded 76 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition at Sweet Briar College is $23,730 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $25,598. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Sweet Briar College achieves a 57.7% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 4 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 65.7% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PRIVATE NONPROFIT 4 YEAR
Control PRIVATE NONPROFIT
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
134 Chapel Drive
Sweet Briar, VA, 24595-9998
Administrator
Mary Pope Maybank Hutson
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $23,730
Out-of-State Tuition $23,730
Average Net Price $25,598

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00374200
EIN: 541534105
IPEDS ID: 233718
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