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About Averett University

private masters universitysmall class sizesbusiness and nursing focustest optional admissions

Averett University is a private university in Danville, VA, known for its private masters university, small class sizes, and business and nursing focus. With an acceptance rate of 76%, Averett University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 251 students each year. Averett University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 850–1170, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Averett University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,698 per year; the sticker price of $51,706 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Averett University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

76%
Overall Accept Rate
1010
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 850 – 1170 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Averett University

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Demonstrated Interest
Averett is a small university in Danville where personal connections matter, so schedule a campus visit or attend one of their open house events and introduce yourself to an admissions counselor by name before you apply.
Extracurriculars
Averett has distinctive programs in equestrian studies and aviation that set it apart, so if either of those aligns with your interests or activities, highlight that connection clearly in your application materials.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Averett University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$52k/yr$23.1k
30k-48k~$52k/yr$17.0k
48k-75k~$52k/yr$19.0k
75k-110k~$52k/yr$22.0k
110k+~$52k/yr$28.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

44%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,060
Undergrad Enrollment
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