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Anderson University

Anderson, SC·Private nonprofit·3,080 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 3,080 students.

53%
Accept
3,080
Students
$28,183
Net Price
71%
Grad Rate
$38,400
Earnings
10 yr
$22,000
Debt

About This School

Anderson University is a private nonprofit institution located in Anderson, South Carolina with approximately 3,080 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 $28,183 per year. The graduation rate is 71%, and the typical graduate earns $38,400 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 solid 82% freshman retention rate and manageable $22,000 median debt are encouraging, but graduates earning a median of $38,400 a decade out means the $28,183 annual net price demands careful thought about return on investment. Worth considering if you're drawn to a smaller private school environment in South Carolina and have a clear career path, but students without strong financial aid packages or a high-earning major should run the numbers carefully before committing.

Founded
1917
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing16%
Education15%
Health Professions14%
Visual & Performing Arts10%
Biological Sciences5%
Communications4%
English3%
Mathematics2%

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 Composite1190
Reading 75th %ile660
Math 75th %ile630

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$33,580
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,580
Avg Net Price
$28,183
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$22,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
71%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
82%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$31,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.7x

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

White83%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,080 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Anderson University

316 Boulevard

Anderson, SC 29621-4035

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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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