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Aurora University

Aurora, Illinois 60506-4892

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Known for health sciences

Aurora University is a private institution in Aurora with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1072, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 4K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,709 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,992.

Established
1893
Motto
Sapientes abscondunt scientiam
Type
Private university
Conference
Division III level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
85%Acceptance
1072SAT Avg
4,021Students
18:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$58,709Earnings 10yr
$18,992Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate85.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1072

Reading & WritingMid: 525
470583
MathMid: 520
460550

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
2026

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$28,220
Room & Board$13,240
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$39,232
Average Net Price$18,992
Median Debt at Graduation$20,318
Monthly Payment (10yr)$215

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$13,980
$30–48K$14,079
$48–75K$16,984
$75–110K$22,070
$110K+$25,042

Programs (72)

Student Body

Undergrads
4,021
Gender Split
66% / 34%
Women / Men
First Generation
46%
Pell Grant Recipients
43%

Race & Ethnicity

White 39%
Black 6%
Hispanic 42%
Asian 3%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate58.3%
Freshman Retention77.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$51,237
8 Years$54,510
10 Years$58,709

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$41,900
Men
$54,000

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Varsity Sports — Spartans

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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