Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Anderson, Indiana |
| Online | anderson.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Church of God |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Anderson University, located in Anderson, Indiana, approximately 45 minutes northeast of Indianapolis, occupies a suburban campus spanning 160 acres. The institution, founded in 1917 by the Church of God movement, maintains its Christian liberal arts tradition while operating as a private university. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the signature Decker Hall with its limestone facade and bell tower. Anderson offers undergraduate programs across arts and sciences, with particular strength in business, education, music, and nursing, while also providing select graduate programs. Students are required to live on campus for their first two years, with housing options ranging from traditional residence halls to apartment-style living, and the Ravens compete in NCAA Division III athletics as members of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
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Anderson University is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Anderson University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#495 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#346 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#12 in Best Private Colleges in Indiana
#275 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1220 |
| ACT | 17/25 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,010 |
| Room and Board | $11,420 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,000 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Education | 13% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
| Psychology | 6% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=150066 IPEDS survey data for Anderson University.
Current students may use the Anderson University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024