Anderson University
Faith-based college · Anderson, SC · 3,183 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
55%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1100–1280
ACT (middle 50%)
22–29
Average net price
$24,068
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$52,108
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
72%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Anderson University?
Anderson University accepts about 55 of every 100 applicants (55%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1100 and 1280 on the SAT. A score at or above 1280 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1100, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–29.
The latest federal data says Anderson University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Anderson University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Anderson University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $52,108 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $24,068 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $36,360 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$36,360
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$36,360
- Room & board$13,216
- Total cost of attendance$52,108
- Average net price after grants$24,068
Popular majors
Business, Education, Health Professions & Nursing, Visual & Performing Arts, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Anderson University FAQ
- What is Anderson University's acceptance rate?
- 55% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Anderson University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1100–1280. Aim for 1280 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Anderson University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–29.
- Is Anderson University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Anderson University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Anderson University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Anderson University cost?
- About $52,108 a year before aid; $24,068 on average after grants.
- What is Anderson University's FAFSA school code?
- 003418. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Anderson University receives your information.
- What is Anderson University's graduation rate?
- 72% of students finish within six years.
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