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Enrollment Deposit

How much is AURORA's enrollment deposit?

Aurora University requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

Aurora University is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

8.90%

Aurora University is in the top 8.90% of colleges in the state of Illinois for deposit cost. 22.03% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

2.70%

Aurora University is in the top 2.70% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Aurora University educates a diverse community of 5,918 students, with 4,048 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,870 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

5,918


Total Undergraduates

4,048

Total Graduates

1,870


Full-Time vs Part-Time

78% Full-Time

22% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Aurora University has a 82% acceptance rate. Aurora University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1080 and the average ACT score is 20.


Acceptance Rate

82%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

29%

Total Score

400

1600

9801198

Reading and Writing

200

800

500608

Math

200

800

480590

ACT

Students submitting ACT

6%

Composite Score

0

36

1925

English

0

36

1725

Math

0

36

1724

Location

Located in Aurora, IL, Aurora University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

Aurora


County

Kane County


State

Illinois


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Aurora University features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

18 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Aurora University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $19,350 with 100% of students receiving financial assistance including 49% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$19,350


Received Aid

100%


Pell Recipients

49%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $28,220

Out-of-State: $28,220

Demographics

The Aurora University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 84% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
1,323 (33%)
Women
2,725 (67%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
17 (0%)
18-19
1,295 (32%)
20-21
1,503 (37%)
22-24
697 (17%)
Over 25
536 (13%)

Outcomes

Aurora University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 58% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

58%

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