What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Brenau University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | MS 210 (3) Calculus & Analytical Geometry | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | MS 210 (3) Calculus & Analytical Geometry | |
| Biology | 4 | BY 111 & 112 (4,4) Biological Science I & II w/lab | |
| Chemistry | 3 | CY 121 (4) Gen Chemistry I w/lab | |
| Psychology | 3 | PY 101 (3) Introduction to Psychology | |
| Statistics | 3 | MS 205 (3) Intro to Statistics | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | BA 207 (3) Macroeconomics | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | BA 206 (3) Microeconomics |
Show all 24 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | MS 210 (3) Calculus & Analytical Geometry | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | MS 210 (3) Calculus & Analytical Geometry | |
| Biology | 4 | BY 111 & 112 (4,4) Biological Science I & II w/lab | |
| Chemistry | 3 | CY 121 (4) Gen Chemistry I w/lab | |
| Chemistry | 5 | CH 121 & 122 (4,4) Gen Chemistry I & II w/lab | |
| Psychology | 3 | PY 101 (3) Introduction to Psychology | |
| Statistics | 3 | MS 205 (3) Intro to Statistics | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | BA 207 (3) Macroeconomics | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | BA 206 (3) Microeconomics | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | HY 210 (3) World Civilization I | |
| World History: Modern | 4 | HY 210 & 211 (3,3) World Civilization I & II | |
| Human Geography | 3 | GY 201 (3) Intro to Geography | |
| Art History | 3 | AH 223 (3) Art History I | |
| Calculus AB or BC | 3 | MS 111 (3) Pre-Calculus | |
| Drawing | 4 | AR 112 (3) Drawing I | |
| French Lang and Culture | 3 | LE Lang Req Waiver (0) Requirement Waiver - No Course Credit | |
| Physics B (Expired 2014) | 3 | PS 121 (4) | |
| Physics B (Expired 2014) | 5 | PS 121 & 122 (4,4) Physics I & II | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | PS 121 (4) Physics I | |
| Physics I | 4 | PS 121 (4) Physics I | |
| Physics II | 4 | PS 122 (4) | |
| Precalculus | 3 | MS 111 (3) Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry | |
| Spanish Lang / Culture | 3 | SH 102 (3) Sp Lang & Culture II | |
| Spanish Lang / Culture | 4 | SH 102, 201 (3,3) Sp Lang & Culture II, Interm Sp I | |
| Spanish Lang / Culture | 5 | SH 102, 201, 202 (3,3,3) Sp Lang & Culture II…SH 102, 201, 202 (3,3,3) Sp Lang & Culture II, Interm Sp I & II | |
| Studio Art: 2D Design | 3 | AR 101 (3) Found: 2D & 3D Design | |
| Studio Art: 2D Design | 5 | AR 101 (3) & AR 102 (3) Foundations: 2D & 3D…AR 101 (3) & AR 102 (3) Foundations: 2D & 3D Design Foundations: Color | |
| Studio Art: 3D Design | 3 | AR 102 (3) Foundations: Color | |
| U.S. Gov’t and Politics: U.S | 3 | PO 101 (3) American Government | |
| U.S. History | 3 | HY 201 (3) History of the U.S. I | |
| U.S. History | 4 | HY 201 & 202 (3,3) History of the U.S. I & II |
Source: catalog.brenau.edu · checked September 20, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing Practice | 44 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 32 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 9 |
| Dance | 8 |
| Interior Design | 7 |
| Psychology | 7 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 7 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 6 |
Show the other 23 majors
| General Studies | 6 |
| Organizational Leadership | 6 |
| Business/Commerce | 6 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other | 6 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 5 |
| Fashion/Apparel Design | 5 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 4 |
| Business Administration and Management | 4 |
| Accounting | 4 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 3 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 3 |
| Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | 3 |
| Music | 2 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 2 |
| Musical Theatre | 2 |
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other | 2 |
| Communication | 1 |
| Special Education and Teaching, Other | 1 |
| English Language and Literature | 1 |
| Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology | 1 |
| Acting | 1 |
| Operations Management and Supervision | 1 |
| Fashion Merchandising | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Women’s varsity · NAIA, Appalachian Athletic Conference
Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Cross Country, Golf, Other Sports, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA) · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, small
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Gainesville, GA
221,745 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Hartsfield/Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)
Nearest hub airport
Hartsfield/Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 7.8 of 20
Elevation
1,271 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
31°F
July high
88°F
Annual snowfall
1.6 in
Days at 90°F or higher
33 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,420 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- University of North Georgia18 mi
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- University of Georgia35 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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