Christian Brothers University

DR. JOHN SMARRELLI, JR.
PRESIDENT

Christian Brothers University, founded in 1871, is a Catholic institution of higher education in the tradition of the Christian Brothers. It is the largest private, comprehensive university in west Tennessee, emphasizing excellence in teaching and individualized attention to the whole person in a values-oriented interfaith educational community. The University prepares students for professional careers and lives of moral responsibility and constructive community involvement. The first private institution in Memphis to integrate, it always has welcomed people of all faiths. CBU offers undergraduate programs in engineering, business, sciences, liberal arts, and education as well as graduate programs in business administration, education, Catholic studies, and engineering management. CBU is ranked in the Top 25 of “America’s Best Colleges.”

Vital Statistics

Fall 2010 Enrollment Full-Time - 1,257 Part-Time - 474

Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid From Any Source: 91%

Tuition and Fees: $24,870

Room and Board: $5,330 - $10,050 (avg. $7,690)

Number of Residence Spaces: 576

Founded: 1871

Degrees Offered: B.A.; B.S.; B.S.B.A.; B.F.A.; M.A; M.A.T.; M.B.A.; M.Ed.; M.E.M.; M.S.E.L.; M.S.E.M., M.A.C.S.