Barry University
Miami, Florida 33161-6695
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Barry University is a private institution in Miami with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 2.2K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
37% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,966 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,978.
More About This School
Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
- •History Beginnings Barry College was founded as a women's college by a pair of siblings: Patrick Barry, Bishop of St.
- •The construction of what was then the Barry College for Women began in 1940, in what had previously been "a tract of tropical vegetation".
- •Mother Barry served as president from 1940 to 1961.
- •Barry College became Barry University on November 13, 1981.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
48.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,750
Programs (105)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
58%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
15
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from FL state average + suburban adjustment