About Alderson Broaddus University

Founded in 1871, Alderson Broaddus University. is a Private college. Located in West Virginia, which is a city setting in West Virginia, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 981 full time undergraduate students, and 71 full time graduate students.

The Alderson Broaddus University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 17:1. There are 56 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Alderson Broaddus University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate41%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range870-1030
ACT Range18-23

Admissions at A-B are considered More Selective, with ,9% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 6 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

83% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 50% were in the top quarter, and 25% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Alderson Broaddus University.

18%
“We”re apathetic”
55%
“We know about current events and vote”
27%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
27%
“Sometimes, but not often”
36%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
36%
“All the time, including weekends”
9%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
45%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
45%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
100%
“We live for the big game”
18%
“It”s not really our thing”
27%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
55%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
73%
“They keep regular office hours”
27%
“They”re always available”
9%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
9%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
82%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
27%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
18%
“We only party on weekends”
55%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
9%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
45%
“There might be people who do”
36%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
9%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
18%
“We”re apathetic”
55%
“We know about current events and vote”
27%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
27%
“Sometimes, but not often”
36%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
36%
“All the time, including weekends”
9%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
45%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
45%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
100%
“We live for the big game”
18%
“It”s not really our thing”
27%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
55%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
73%
“They keep regular office hours”
27%
“They”re always available”
9%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
9%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
82%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
27%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
18%
“We only party on weekends”
55%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
9%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
45%
“There might be people who do”
36%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
9%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    21 Students rated on-campus housing 3.9 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    16 Students rated off-campus housing 2.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    20 Students rated campus food 2.7 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    21 Students rated campus facilities 3.6 stars. 19 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    21 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    21 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    21 Students rated local services 3.3 stars. 19 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    21 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

Alderson Broaddus University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Alderson Broaddus University?

12 Students rated Alderson Broaddus University

Sophia - 04/24/2020

I am in love with Alderson Broaddus University. Settled in a small community, the whole atmosphere feels like home. You never have to worry about your safety. I am blessed to be part of the nursing program where the pass rate is incredible. I can not wait to see what the future has in store for me here.

Madoleen - 03/22/2020

I love AB. I have thought about going here since freshman year of high school, and I do not regret it. Everyone on campus is so friendly, and helpful. Especially the faculty. Everyone is always willing to help in anyway possible. They truly care about you. There always different activities going on. There is never a dull moment. AB is truly my second home from home.

Jordan - 02/25/2019

It’s a great school and I highly recommend it

Ashley - 02/14/2018

When I first attended, the school was very small, intimate and dedicated to the humanities and arts. Now, they have become more athletically focused and I think it has hurt the college immensely. They have all but demolished the music program and most of the professors who were tenured and dedicated have since left. There are still great things to come from ABU, but I think they need to get their priorities straight.

Alderson Broaddus University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Alderson Broaddus University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Alderson Broaddus University is 41%. 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?

    The most important advice I would give is to first speak the professors one on one. If you didn't get along with them when you met them, then you never will. Talk to the students. Don't just talk to the people that look like your friends from highschool, but pick random people and ask them there opinion. Someone will give you the truth about the school. Pay attention to the students attitudes walking around. Ask yourself if you could fit in there. Most people go away to college far from home, so you have to make sure that the place you are going to go can become a home away from home.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Most of the classmates are open to new ideas, focused on their studies, and honest people, but some are there more for the partying than the classes.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about A-B, to me, is probably where it is located. Philippi, WV is a small town where it seems like everybody knows everybody. Even though there isn't a lot to do outside of campus, the town has a friendly atmosphere, and the fact that the school isn't in a huge city with tons of places to go means that there are less distractions when it comes time to study. However, if one finds oneself with some free time, Philippi is within driving distance of many bigger cities that have more to do and see.

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

    I usually brag about the size of the school, the quality of the education, and the positive disposition of most of the faculty, staff, and students. The school is a smaller school, but it's still diverse. The education is sought after in WV, bein one of two schools offering a Physician's Assistant degree. Also, the faculty, staff, and students are very kind and are genuinely concerned for the well-being of each other.

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  6. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Are school is best known for the PA program, although music is on the rise. Any medical profession at this school is looked upon highly. However, the degree for these programs is not easy to obtain.

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  7. What kind of person should attend this school?

    In order to be able to survive here a person must be able to keep up with a medium sized work load, and be happy with a smaller population of students. Nothing else like race , religion (there is a buddist professor), or sexual orientation matter, even though it is a Baptist college.

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

    Alderson Broaddus College is a great place to learn, grow, and see some beautiful sights while just being yourself.

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

    There is not a lot of things to do on the weekend other then partying. However, the partying almost always has drinking involved and I feel that it can sometimes get out of hand.

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

    A person who is use to city life and doesn't know how to change to a rural aea or lazy, that don't understand what they are here for would not do well.

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

    Not having enough time during the week for social time due the stressful nature of my major.

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

    The teachers know their students but first name. Everyone is eager to help and willing to support your opinion.

    Read all 1 answers
  13. What are the academics like at your school?

    The academics at my school are as any school everyone puts their grades first here. Although teachers have multiple classes there are excellent professors here.

    Read all 1 answers
  14. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    N/A

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  15. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    I understand what college is all about in many ways; from having good grade to dropping a class and retaking. I learned there are many people who view life in different ways here at ABU. I fall under the stereotype of another football who does not want to be serious however I refuse to fail here. There are many different types of professors here some look to help past enough while others make it hard on you. Overall I like the school because of football however, the school is very expensive and scholarships are the best things to hope for.

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Student Body

Students

46%

female

54%

male

981

Total Undergrad Enrollment

71

Total Grad Students

66%

Out-Of-State

29%

In-State

5%

International

Organizations

33

Student Organizations

2

Fraternities

3

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

100%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
18%
% Hispanic/Latino
4%
% White or Caucasian
70%

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 Alderson Broaddus University receive some sort of financial aid. 50% were awarded federal grants. While 84% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$25,350

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,000

Books and Supplies

$7,990

Room and Board

34,340

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$13,339
$30 - $48K
$13,852
$48 - $75K
$17,592
$75 - $110K
$21,872
$110K & UP
$25,041

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