School Overview
Please note: Everest University is now Altierus Career College and Career Education
Everest University offers excellent online education programs, and the support services students need to excel in college. Every student is valued at Everest University and is immediately integrated into a close-knit online community.
As part of this online community, Everest University makes it a priority to help all students feel at ease in an online educational environment.
Students receive support during all phases of the educational process. Regardless of the question, including initial computer setup, support services are readily available to students at Everest University Online.
Everest University’s commitment to student success has attracted students from all over the world. Graduates of this online school frequently recommend it to their colleagues.
Below are a few of the many programs offered by Everest University Online. To view a complete list of programs, and to request more information from this school click on the “Request Information” button below.
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Averett University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (434) 791-5600 |
| Website: | www.averett.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | www.averett.edu/admissions/apply-now/ |
| Address: | 420 W Main St, Danville, VA 24541 |
| Setting: | 32 |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 859 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 33% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 11 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 696 (81% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Associates, Bachelor's, Master's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $31,980 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $31,980 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 100% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $17,087 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students
Averett University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Averett University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, Agriculture Operations and Related Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 6 | ||||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | ||||
| Education | 9 | 13 | |||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 5 | ||||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 2 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 3 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 2 | ||||
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 1 | ||||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 4 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 1 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 4 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Transportation and Materials Moving | 2 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 4 | ||||
| Grand total | 1 | 54 | 13 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Online Programs & Distance Learning
See the distance education degree programs that are offered at Averett University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Averett 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 | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $31,980 |
| Out-of-state | $31,980 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $8,100 |
| Out-of-state | $8,100 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2015-2016
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 265 | 100% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 265 | 100% | $17,087 |
| Student loan aid | 234 | 88% | $6,536 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 860 | 98% | $16,829 |
| Federal student loans | 683 | 78% | $7,485 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Averett 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 Averett University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2017
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 2,238 | 1,194 | 1,044 | Percent admitted | 100% | 56% | 57% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 11% | 12% | 9% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Averett University Enrollment, Fall 2017
| Total Enrollment | 859 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 859 |
| Graduate enrollment | 0 |
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
Averett University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
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