Overview
Aurora University is a private liberal arts college based in Aurora, Illinois. AU offers more than 50 academic programs. At Aurora University, we strive to help students discover what matters and build a life around it both in and out of the classroom. Students can choose to join more than 60 student clubs that fit their interests. Students can also cheer on or participate in one of our 24 NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletic teams.
Acceptance Rate:
82%
Average Net Price:
$17,653
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
20
Average SAT Composite
1052
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $28,220 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $28,220 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $13,240 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
88%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
44%
Average Aid Per Year
$19,830
44%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,850
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$13,571
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
48%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5281
100%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,850
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$57,313,284
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$11,483,440
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
57%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,788
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,250
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
Students receiving federal loans
56%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,800
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,584
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
2922
Students Applied
522
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 25 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | January 3 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
6%
Submitting ACT
29%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 20
Average SAT Composite: 1052
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
5,918
Total Number of Undergrads
4,048
0
100
47%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
58%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
18:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
56
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
46
Countries Represented
7
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
46%
Student Organizations
64
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
18%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
18%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Spartans
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference
Total Male Athletes
399
Total Female Athletes
194
Intramural Sports
5
Sports Club
3
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Aurora University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$46,200
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Rockford
Milwaukee
Phoenix
Denver
Top 5 Employers
Aurora University
West Aurora School District 129
School District U-46
Caterpillar Inc.
Indian Prairie School District 204
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Community and Social Services
Healthcare Services
Operations
Business Development
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,250
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingIf you take the time to work towards good grades, your professors will too. They truly care about your success.
Becca from Illinois
Aurora University provides a unique experience. Students are not only taught book knowledge, but learn to think independently. The IDS courses really force you to explore your own beliefs, and it is refreshing to see students opening up about their opinions, even if they are different from other students in the class.
Melissa from Joliet, IL
Aside from a decent amount of work, it is hard to fall behind with teachers as caring as the ones here. Every time I step foot in a classroom I leave knowing more and understanding more than I came in knowing. The teaching is magnificent, and the things we learn in class are applicable to our careers and everyday life.
Sadira from Aurora, IL
This is a place that encourages whatever style of learning that you have. It also has many teachers who are willing to take the time with you one on one to help you grasp the subject better. As well as a tutoring center that make a schedule with you and make help available.
Vanessa from Elk Grove Village, IL
Aurora seems to be a small and quiet campus. It has nice dorms and reasonable sizes. The one professor I talked to was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the school and her area of Psychology.
Taniyah from Chicago, IL
I plan to learn as much as i can from Aurora.
Austin from Mount Pleasant, MI
In order to learn a lot, you have to put in a lot of work. For some classes it was easy because I had good teachers and the material was interesting. For other classes, you really have to work at it.
Christina from Aurora, IL
Right now I am a Junior at AU majoring in Health Science. I am taking many science classes and am learning a lot! I love my classes and the professors are great. They motivate you to do your best, and are people you can trust. Do not be afraid to ask questions because they are more than happy to answer them for you :)
From Montgomery, IL
The school is a pretty diverse environment. It's definitely a liking school. It's a good size for those who are comfortable with a large crowd.
Kelly from Chicago, IL
the instructors at Aurora University will see to it that the student gets the most our of their class. instructors are always happy to give a student additional help. Aurora University also provides its students with the best tutors.
Prince from Ghana
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