About Anderson University-Anderson, IN

Founded in 1917, Anderson University-Anderson, IN. is a Private college. Located in Indiana, which is a city setting in Indiana, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 1,883 full time undergraduate students, and 349 full time graduate students.

The Anderson University-Anderson, IN Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 117 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Anderson University-Anderson, IN include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate66%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range910-1110
ACT Range19-25

Admissions at AU are considered Selective, with ,26% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 16 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

81% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 49% were in the top quarter, and 22% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Anderson University-Anderson, IN.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
31%
“We know about current events and vote”
62%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
8%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
21%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
14%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
21%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
79%
“I feel extremely safe”
38%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
46%
“We bought the gear”
15%
“We live for the big game”
8%
“It”s not really our thing”
8%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
46%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
38%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
7%
“Available in class”
36%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
54%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
31%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
8%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
50%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
46%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
54%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
31%
“We know about current events and vote”
62%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
8%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
21%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
14%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
21%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
79%
“I feel extremely safe”
38%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
46%
“We bought the gear”
15%
“We live for the big game”
8%
“It”s not really our thing”
8%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
46%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
38%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
7%
“Available in class”
36%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
54%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
31%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
8%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
50%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
46%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
54%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    64 Students rated on-campus housing 3.9 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    45 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    66 Students rated campus food 3 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    66 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    65 Students rated class size 4.7 stars. 74 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    65 Students rated school activities 4.2 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    66 Students rated local services 4.2 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    65 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

Anderson University-Anderson, IN REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Anderson University-Anderson, IN?

16 Students rated Anderson University-Anderson, IN

Jocelyn - 05/16/2024

It's a great school with lots of good classes and majors, and many extracurricular activities. The professors are always available and everyone is so helpful. The campus is very pretty and safe. There's a lot of good on-campus jobs and extra things to do.

Macy - 12/03/2019

This school is currently a mess, and I doubt it ever gets fixed because the blame their students for their problems. The school is controlled by a bunch of old conservative white guys that are out of touch with the struggles of the current generations, and it makes being a student here difficult. Alumn’s kids are favored and put in student leadership. Sports stars are worshipped. Everyone else is ignored and treated as if they are unimportant. I went to a high school in a wealthy area where the town largely belonged to old money, and STILL, I have never seen a school play favorites like this one does. They want to protect their own reputation as a school so much, that I personally was discouraged from reporting accounts of sexual assault to the police or creating an official complaint because the school would have to report it. Because of this sort of thing sexual assault is very common here, and the girls are often shamed and isolated for it. They act like they advocate for mental health, but once a student has any REAL illness they are shunned by the campus community. I have a friend with anorexia that is fully recovered, and she was forced to live alone and was not accepted by anyone. The culture here is extremely toxic. Student life will also create investigations for students without their knowledge, and it becomes difficult to know whether or not it is your turn to be “watched.” Unless you have the privelidge of being treated as one of the “important” people on campus, do not go here. Save your money for a college that has a better return and a better atmosphere.

Jonas - 07/15/2019

I love it! Since of family and community. Smaller school and tons of opportunities. Everyone knows everyone and super friendly. Professors are always willing to help. Chapel, a real since of family away from home. Academics is strong since of values.

Kara - 06/12/2019

I really love the energy and the environment of the school. Like other schools and campuses there's always things that need changed or improved, but that's a long and slow process to get going. Everyone is super nice there, I've never run into someone without them giving a polite hello or greeting. The professors take a huge interest in your and your education. If you're struggling in a class and let them know, they try and help you out as much as they can.

Anderson University-Anderson, IN FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Anderson University-Anderson, IN?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Anderson University-Anderson, IN is 66%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    My college life has given me a unique social experience... i have learnt to manage time in studies and extra curricular activities....i have made a lot of friends that are very dear to me. I am a part of rotaract club of the college....which has given very good management experience plus a very good social life.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Anderson University is a place where faith, ideas, community, and diversity meet and great things happen to effect Anderson, Indiana and the world.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    Community. Feeling like you belong to a family and to a huge circle of friends. That is what is so great about my college. When you step foot on AU's campus--you become part of it's makeup, part of it's being; and it becomes part of you. It might sound cheesy or overdone. But I myself, and others will tell you time and time again that AU is a place where you are loved--not discarded as just another face in the huge mass of learners.

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  5. Describe the students at your school.

    I chose Anderson University because I felt welcome. At a school so small, you'd think that you knew everyone, but you don't! However even if you don't know some people, they're usually recognizable and very friendly.

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  6. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Open house hours. I realize that Anderson University is a Christian campus that is concerned about the students that attend. I knew there was no alcohol allowed on campus; that doesn't bother me. However, I did not know the extent of open house hours for the dorms. Simply put, they are few and far inbetween. On Monday and Wednesday, hours are from 6pm-10pm. On Friday, from 5pm-12am; Saturday from 1-12am and Sunday from 1-9pm. This alone wouldn't have stopped me from coming, but it was a suprise to have so few hours.

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  7. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The food.

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  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    commited,dedicated, innovative

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  9. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Dining options.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    One who does not believe in community.

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  11. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Anderson University is best known for being a christian liberal arts school that not only offers a variety majors but teaches their students in a way that students learn to incorporate their faith into their future career.

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  12. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The groups I'm involved in and the friends I hang out with.

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  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    There is a very active politcal feel on campus. There are lots of different ideas and discussion happening almost always on campus. Even though it is considered a "Christian" school, there are lots of different ideas about what that, and related aspects, means.

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Student Body

Students

60%

female

40%

male

1,883

Total Undergrad Enrollment

349

Total Grad Students

23%

Out-Of-State

76%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

41

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

53%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
13%
% Hispanic/Latino
2%
% White or Caucasian
76%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Anderson University-Anderson, IN receive some sort of financial aid. 34% were awarded federal grants. While 78% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$28,650

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$9,550

Room and Board

39,400

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$19,544
$30 - $48K
$19,170
$48 - $75K
$20,333
$75 - $110K
$23,708
$110K & UP
$26,552

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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