Aurora University
Private college · Aurora, IL · 3,974 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
81%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
900–1150
ACT (middle 50%)
21–29
Average net price
$19,385
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$42,013
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
61%
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 Aurora University?
Aurora University accepts about 81 of every 100 applicants (81%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 900 and 1150 on the SAT. A score at or above 1150 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 900, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 21–29.
The latest federal data says Aurora 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 Aurora University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Aurora University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $42,013 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,385 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 $29,970 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$29,970
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$29,970
- Room & board$13,990
- Total cost of attendance$42,013
- Average net price after grants$19,385
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Public Administration & Social Work, Psychology, Education.
Aurora University FAQ
- What is Aurora University's acceptance rate?
- 81% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Aurora University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 900–1150. Aim for 1150 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Aurora University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 21–29.
- Is Aurora University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Aurora 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 Aurora University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Aurora University cost?
- About $42,013 a year before aid; $19,385 on average after grants.
- What is Aurora University's FAFSA school code?
- 001634. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Aurora University receives your information.
- What is Aurora University's graduation rate?
- 61% of students finish within six years.
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