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Anderson University

Anderson, IN·Private nonprofit·1,070 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

53%
Accept
1,070
Students
$22,144
Net Price
49%
Grad Rate
$41,300
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

Anderson University is a private nonprofit institution located in Anderson, Indiana with approximately 1,070 undergraduate students enrolled. Anderson University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 53%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,144 per year. The graduation rate is 49%, and the typical graduate earns $41,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

Anderson University may refer to:Anderson University (Indiana), in Anderson, Indiana, U.S. Anderson University, in Anderson, South Carolina, U.S. Anderson's University, a former name of the University of Strathclyde, Glascow, Scotland Anderson College of Health, Business and Technology, formerly National Academy of Health & Business, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 49% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start don't finish, and that's a real concern worth pressing the school on before committing. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a manageable $19,500, and the net price of $22,144/year is reasonable for a private school. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, faith-connected campus in Indiana, but have an honest conversation with yourself about the support structures you'll need to be in that graduating half.

Founded
1917
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Health Professions21%
Business & Marketing13%
Education11%
Visual & Performing Arts10%
Psychology5%
Engineering5%
Computer Science5%
Biological Sciences4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Cory EdwardsDayo OkeniyiSteven Curtis ChapmanJane JensenJon McLaughlinLawrence BrownleeBill GaitherSandi Patty

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1054
Reading 75th %ile590
Math 75th %ile580

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite22

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$35,640
Out-of-State Tuition
$35,640
Avg Net Price
$22,144
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants36%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
49%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
70%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.1x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White73%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,070 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Anderson University

1100 E 5th St

Anderson, IN 46012-3495

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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