Is Bradley University worth it?
Bradley University is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Peoria, Illinois (midsize city). It awarded 1,288 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, computer science and data science.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$51,073
Median earnings 4 years after
$74,150
Median earnings 10 years after
$66,852
Average net price
$22,719
Completion rate
76%
Completions (2024)
1,288
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
3,574
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $73,143 | $86,941 | 140 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $71,746 | $95,896 | 96 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $38,351 | $58,515 | 92 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $51,347 | $73,110 | 73 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $105,021 | $123,381 | 72 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $43,359 | $46,460 | 62 |
| Graphic Communications | Bachelor's | $24,941 | $37,657 | 51 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Doctoral | $108,003 | N/A | 50 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $48,663 | $76,255 | 48 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $65,842 | $80,877 | 45 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $66,457 | $107,379 | 44 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | Master's | $50,358 | N/A | 40 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | Doctoral | $68,874 | $84,214 | 40 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $72,573 | $83,801 | 38 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $30,159 | $64,378 | 38 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 91 |
| Data Science, General | Master's | 63 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 60 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 46 |
| Mental Health Counseling/Counselor | Master's | 46 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Bachelor's | 42 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 41 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 40 |
| Family Practice Nurse/Nursing | Master's | 38 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications, Other | Bachelor's | 31 |
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Sources: federal figures for Bradley University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
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