Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
52.81%
SAT Average
1,190
ACT Range
22-28
Anderson University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 52.81%. This means approximately 528 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,080 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
52.81%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $33,580 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,580 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $47,724 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $28,183 | State avg: $16,137. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.66% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 43.06% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Anderson University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,580
Room and board
$12,290
Books and supplies
$600
Other expenses
$4,560
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$47,724
Average net price
$28,183
Average aid coverage
41%
$19,541 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Anderson University pays approximately $28,183 per year after grants and aid. This is above the South Carolina average of $16,137 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Anderson University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Carolina and national averages.
Anderson University net price
$28,183
South Carolina average
$16,137
National average
$17,506
Anderson University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,580 and average net price at $28,183. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,580
Current net price
$28,183
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
70.99%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$42,101
Undergraduates
3,080
10-Year Median Earnings - Anderson University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Anderson University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Anderson University?
Undergraduates
3,080
Completion rate
70.99%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.66%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
43.06%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.66% of Anderson University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 43.06% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Anderson University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Anderson University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Anderson University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Anderson University is listed at 316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621-4035. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Anderson University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson University | 52.81% | $33,580 | $28,183 | $42,101 |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,420 |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | 98.09% | $37,370 | $21,002 | $72,085 |
| Clemson University | 38.05% | $39,498 | $22,112 | $71,513 |
| Wofford College | 58.59% | $54,100 | $28,984 | $68,964 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson University's acceptance rate?
Anderson University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 52.81%.
How much is Anderson University tuition?
Anderson University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,580.
What is Anderson University's average net price?
Anderson University's average net price in the local dataset is $28,183.
What does Anderson University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $17,528 for Anderson University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Anderson University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $42,101 for Anderson University.
Is Anderson University accredited?
Anderson University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Anderson University?
The local dataset lists 3,080 undergraduate students at Anderson University.
What percentage of Anderson University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Anderson University in the local dataset is 21.66%.
What is the federal loan rate at Anderson University?
The federal loan rate for Anderson University in the local dataset is 43.06%.
Where should I verify Anderson University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Anderson University or the latest official federal education data.