Founded in 1870, Benedict College is a private, co-educational liberal arts institution and currently has over 2,100 students. #BenedictCollege #TheBESTofBC Welcome! Over the years, Benedict College has remained true to the mission of preparing students to be "powers for good" in society. While the history of the college has been spectacular, Benedict's future will surpass its past. Apply now! Benedict College will be a power for good in society.We will be a full opportunity college with high quality programs of teaching, research, and public service.These programs will provide our students and community with the knowledge, skills, understandings, and values required to empower them to create a better world.We seek geographic, international, and racial diversity in our student body while continuing to facilitate the empowerment, enhancement, and full participation of African Americans in a global society.