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Anderson University

Anderson University

Anderson, SC, USA

Anderson University is a Christian liberal arts college in western South Carolina with close ties to the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Anderson is home to nine colleges and schools conferring bachelor’s degrees in 36 academic majors and all classes are grounded in Christian values. To enhance the learning process, many Anderson courses integrate digital learning through the use of iPads and mobile apps. As a Christian university, Anderson requires all students to participate in the Journey Program—a series of worship services, religious concerts, and creative presentations.

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Baptist
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
0
100
50%
Acceptance Rate

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionAugust 1

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
76%
Out-Of-State Students
23%
62%
Submitting ACT
76%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1087
0
1600

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
4,008
Total Number of Undergrads
3,157
Academic Calendar

Semester

See your fit
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
42%
20-39 Students
40%
40-99 Students
16%
100+ Students
1%
0
100
55%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
66%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Key Financial Stats

Average Net Price
$21,756
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$31,720
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$31,720
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$11,230
Books and Supplies
$1200

Aid & Grants

0
100
49%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
24%
Average Aid Per Year
$22,909
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
24%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,894
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$15,689

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
57%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,277
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
32%
68%
Student Organizations
29
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups is not checked
No
On Campus Women's Center
On Campus Women's Center is not checked
No

Housing

0
100
48%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Trojans
School Colors
gold and black
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Top 5 Cities
Greenville
Charlotte
Columbia
Atlanta
Charleston
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
30%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$38,400

What Students Are Saying

I Love Anderson. It is a small school full of people who care. The class sizes are perfect so you can get individual attention.
Stephanie from Greenville, SC
I love the overall atmosphere. Beautiful campus. Beautiful people.
Melody from Jacksonville, FL
Anderson University is a small, tight knit campus family with professors who care about you and know your name. The campus is beautiful and easy to walk around to get to classes easily. The quality of education is also very high and academics are very highly supported here.
April from Youngsville, NC
AU is a place I'm glad to call home. The staff and faculty there are so warm and welcoming and they make you feel right at home. You can definitely feel the love and care that was put into the university and will be held to that high standard.
Alyson from Claysville, PA
Anderson University is wonderful, the professors and staff are all very qualified, friendly, and personal. The financial aid program makes it very easy to find scholarships and other financial aid options making it an extremely affordable university! Being a small school, student life is fun and tight knit with many groups, clubs, and activities to be involved in.
Laurel from Maiden, NC
Anderson University is a well adapted university in which students are in a secure environment. Students at Anderson University are friendly and caring. Classes at Anderson University are challenging yet accepting of students from all environments and backgrounds.
Alesia from Anderson, SC
Anderson University is a perfect match for anyone who is a little apprehensive about the transition from high school to college! It's a small, but growing, campus with professors who make time to know you as a student and help you with your academic endeavors. Not to mention, AU has a close-knit community of students that grow together not just academically, but spiritually!
Devan from Anderson, SC
Anderson University provides an excellent Christ Centered atmosphere for all students. The classes are excellent, yet challenging, with caring and knowledgeable teachers. Anderson University is an excellent school that provides many opportunities and numerous scholarships for students.
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