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About Anderson University

christian liberal artssmall class sizesnursing and health focusmasters level programsselective private college

Anderson University is a private university in Anderson, IN, known for its christian liberal arts, small class sizes, and nursing and health focus. With an acceptance rate of 52%, AU is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 326 students each year. AU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 980–1220, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. AU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $27,131 per year; the sticker price of $49,060 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Anderson University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

52%
Overall Accept Rate
1100
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 980 – 1220 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Anderson University

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Essay Strategy
Anderson University is affiliated with the Church of God and takes its faith-integrated mission seriously, so if your background includes faith, service, or community involvement rooted in values, weave that authentically into your essays and short answers rather than leaving it out.
Test Score Strategy
Since Anderson is test optional and your score falls below their 75th percentile, consider withholding it and letting your GPA, activities, and essays carry more weight instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Anderson University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$23.1k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$21.0k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$22.4k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$26.1k
110k+~$49k/yr$29.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

49%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,118
Undergrad Enrollment
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