Christian Brothers University (CBU) is a private Catholic institution in Memphis, Tennessee, founded in 1871 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers and recognized as the oldest collegiate degree-granting institution in Memphis. With a total enrollment of approximately 1,772 students, CBU offers a personalized educational experience anchored in the Lasallian tradition of faith, community, and service. The university is particularly noted for its strength in engineering and business programs, and its close ties to the Memphis business community generate strong internship and career placement outcomes. CBU holds a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring individualized attention and mentoring. The institution is ranked #37 in Regional Universities South and #13 in Best Value Schools by US News 2026, reflecting its commitment to making quality Catholic education accessible. Located on a beautiful 75-acre campus in midtown Memphis, students have access to the city's vibrant arts, music, and culinary scene. Nearly 92% of students receive some form of financial aid, with an average award of nearly $29,000 per year. CBU's Lasallian heritage shapes a mission-driven community that emphasizes academic excellence, ethical leadership, and service to society. International students from 34 countries make up 8% of the student body, contributing global perspectives to classroom discussions and campus culture.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$38420
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $38,420
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
