Brescia University
Brescia University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution in Owensboro, Kentucky, located along the Ohio River in the western part of the state.
At Brescia, education is about more than receiving a diploma. It’s about making a difference — The Brescia Difference. Brescia University makes a difference in the futures of our students by providing an affordable, quality, liberal arts education, enabling them to achieve meaningful careers and fulfilling personal lives.
Brescia offers associate, bachelor’s, and graduate degrees featuring small class sizes on our picturesque mid-town campus.
At Brescia, education is about more than receiving a diploma. It’s about making a difference — The Brescia Difference. Brescia University makes a difference in the futures of our students by providing an affordable, quality, liberal arts education, enabling them to achieve meaningful careers and fulfilling personal lives.
Brescia offers associate, bachelor’s, and graduate degrees featuring small class sizes on our picturesque mid-town campus.
Accepts first-year applicationsSouthPrivateUrbanSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Health Science
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- Study Abroad
- Distance/online learning
Application information
First-year
When you apply to Brescia University, you'll be automatically considered for merit scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $27,000! There is no application fee to pay, and no essay required. Plus, Brescia is test-optional. While we encourage you to submit your SAT or ACT scores if you can, we do not require them for an admission offer. All we need to accompany your application is your official high school transcript. And, since we offer rolling enrollment, there is no application deadline!
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Visit us
Anytime is the perfect time to visit our beautiful campus, located in downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. Prospective students can visit campus by attending one of our on-campus visit programs, or by scheduling an individual appointment.
For more information about visiting, visit www.brescia.edu/visit-campus, call us at 270-686-4241, or email admissions@brescia.edu.
For more information about visiting, visit www.brescia.edu/visit-campus, call us at 270-686-4241, or email admissions@brescia.edu.
Brescia University is more than just an institution of higher learning; it is a place where hearts and minds are shaped by faith, knowledge, and a commitment to service.