Anderson University (Anderson) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Anderson, SC. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The Anderson's 2024 tuition & fees is $33,580 for the academic year 2023-2024. 88% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $22,544.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 4,121 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).

Anderson's acceptance rate is 53.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 34.01%. The median SAT scores is 1190 and the ACT socre is 24.

Anderson ranked 5th in South Carolina Colleges rankings. Anderson University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Anderson University is $33,580. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,483.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $35,549 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $20,869.

Undergraduate$33,580
Graduate$15,483
Undergraduate$35,549
Graduate$20,869

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »53.00% Acceptance Rate / 34.01% Yield
Test Scores »1,190 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »60%
Retention Rate81%(full-time), 50% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.14% (14 to 1)
Student Population »4,121 (3,237 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$22,544

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Anderson University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Anderson
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Anderson University Directory Information

Address316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621-4035
Phone864-231-2000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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