Berea by the Numbers

Berea College, with its distinctive identity and transformative mission, is a truly unique institution of higher education. That singularity, coupled with its humble beginnings and location in the Appalachian hills of Kentucky, challenges quantifying its value and impact. Still, the numbers can add understanding and interest to even the ineffable.

From financial need to sustainability, academics to wellness, Berea by the Numbers presents a cross-section of factoids that help bring our mission and identity to life while demonstrating why Berea enjoys a perennial ranking among the nation’s best liberal arts colleges.