All course credits used to satisfy Berea's degree requirements must have been earned within 10 years of the date of the student's initial enrollment at Berea College or at another regionally accredited institution. An exception to this rule may be granted with approval of both the Associate Provost for Academic Services and the chair of the department in which the student is majoring. These counties are listed below. Students from approximately 40 states and 60 foreign countries make up the remaining twenty percent of Berea's student population. Most students also receive need-based financial assistance to help cover the remaining costs for room, board, books, supplies, transportation, personal expenses, and College fees.
Financial aid is also available for special learning opportunities such as study abroad.
The College assures that each student's demonstrated financial need, as determined through a needs analysis system, will be met. This is accomplished through a combination of the student's and family's resources, the College work program, the Federal Work-Study program, public and private grants and scholarships, and, finally, a College grant or College or federal loan covering any remaining need. Questions concerning admission should be addressed to the Office of Admissions, CPO 2344, Berea, KY 40404. It is prudent for students to have health insurance. Students not covered under a personal or family health insurance plan are required to participate in the plan offered by Berea College.