Bellarmine University

Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Website: www.bellarmine.edu

Bellarmine University is an independent, liberal arts university, founded in 1950. In 1968, Bellarmine merged with Ursuline College and became an independent university governed by a self-perpetuating Board of Trustees. Bellarmine continues in the Catholic tradition, the oldest continuing tradition of higher education in the history of the western world.

There are 2770 students at Bellarmine University, including international students from 24 countries.

COURSES
Bellarmine offers more than 50 majors in the arts and sciences, business, education, nursing and health sciences. They also offer numerous graduate degree programmes covering various fields of study and a doctor of physical therapy. More information about the courses you can find from our programmes page.

As a Bellarmine student, your education doesn’t begin and end in the classroom. There are plenty of opportunities to become involved on campus. You can make friends, discover talents, develop leadership skills, provide community service and share in creating memories that will last a lifetime by participating in one or more out of 70+ clubs and organizations. Plus, events such as concerts, lectures, drama productions, and athletic contests are always happening on campus.

College life at Bellarmine is different because of the location. It is tucked away in the beautiful and safe Highlands neighborhood of Louisville, but that means it is also within walking distance of the vibrant life of the Bardstown Road corridor. Coffee houses, restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops, and more add to the overall Bellarmine experience. Plus, downtown Louisville is just minutes away and offers world-class theater and arts, professional sporting events, and the extreme sports park.

FEES AND FINANCES
Tuition fees:
BA courses:  $13,900/Semester + study materials, accommodation etc.

Bellarmine awards more than $9 million in institutional scholarships and grants to freshmen. In fact, 100% of their freshmen receive one of these awards. More information abour Bellarmines Financial Aid. 

Every international student will be automatically considered, based upon their secondary grade reports and test scores, for Bellarmine's Ambassador's Scholarship (up to $5000/year) by completing their application.  Additionally, every international student will have the option of performing "work-study" at the rate of $2500/year.  This means they work on campus and earn a wage.  Many of the international students use this for pocket money.

There are also quite many other scholarship opportunities when studying in the US. For more information please contact your local American Embassy.

DEPOSIT

All applicants have to pay a deposit of 400€. More information about the deposit in menu Expenses.

Please see Bellarmine  University Letter of Autorization.