School Overview
Aurora University (locally referred to as “Aurora”) is non-profit, four-year liberal arts college in Aurora, Illinois (about 40 miles west of Chicago) that is privately owned and operated. In addition to its main campus in Aurora, the university has branch campuses in Woodstock, Illinois and Williams Bay, Wisconsin. The total annual enrollment at Aurora is about 4,500 students. Aurora University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Comission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees.
Academics
Aurora University offer’s undergraduate bachelor’s degrees and minors in over 40 fields of study. It also offers master’s degrees and graduate certificates in various disciplines, including nursing, business and education, and doctoral degrees in social work and education. Degrees are offered through Aurora’s four academic colleges which include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Professional Studies and the George Williams College of Aurora University.
The average class size at Aurora is about 20 students and the university reports a student-to-faculty ratio of about 15:1–an attractive ratio if you’re looking for more one-on-one interaction with faculty and professors.
The academic year at Aurora University is based on a traditional semester system. The university also offers a “May Term”, an international program that takes place at the end of spring semester, as well as a summer term.
General Information
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Admission Office 347 South Gladstone Avenue Aurora, IL 60506-4892 (630) 844-5533 (800) 742-5281 Fax: (630) 844-5535 [email protected] Contact: James Lancaster Director of Freshman Admission |
Main Address 347 South Gladstone Avenue Aurora, IL 60506-4892 (630) 892-6431 www.aurora.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 2,202 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 378 Degree-seeking undergrads: 2,181 Graduate enrollment: 2,089 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $25 Online application fee: Free |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 79% Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 73% |
College Majors
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Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biology B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting B Communications & Journalism Communications/Rhetoric B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B Education Elementary Education B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Foreign Language & Literature Spanish B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Athletic Training/Sports Medicine B History History – General B Law & Legal Studies Prelaw B Liberal Arts & Sciences Liberal Arts & Sciences B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Parks, Recreation & Fitness Parks, Recreation & Fitness – General B Philosophy & Religion Religion/Religious Studies B Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Social Work B Security & Protective Services Criminal Justice Studies B Social Sciences Political Science/Government B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
Aurora University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (630) 892-6431 |
| Website: | https://aurora.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | https://aurora.edu/admission/apply |
| Address: | 347 S Gladstone Ave, Aurora, IL 60506-4892 |
| Setting: | Suburb: Large |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 6,246 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 53% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 19 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 4,994 (80% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $25,060 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $25,060 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 100% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $17,040 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Aurora University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Aurora University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies | 1 | ||||
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 6 | 3 | |||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 1 | 1 | |||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | ||||
| Education | 6 | 9 | 2 | ||
| Engineering | 2 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 2 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 6 | 1 | |||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 1 | 1 | |||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | 1 | |||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | ||||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 3 | 1 | |||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 2 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | |||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| Social Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 5 | ||||
| Grand total | 1 | 48 | 20 | 3 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Aurora University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $25,060 |
| Out-of-state | $25,060 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $12,600 |
| Out-of-state | $12,600 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 762 | 100% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 761 | 100% | $17,040 |
| Student loan aid | 497 | 65% | $6,026 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 3,667 | 91% | $13,936 |
| Federal student loans | 2,606 | 65% | $7,237 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Aurora University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Aurora University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
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| Number of applicants | 2,902 | 1,121 | 1,781 | Percent admitted | 100% | 87% | 87% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 28% | 26% | 29% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
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| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Aurora University Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 6,246 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 4,104 |
| Graduate enrollment | 2,142 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Aurora University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
- Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
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