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Anderson University-Indiana

#1010 in US ranking Anderson, IN
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$53,175
Tuition & fees
$38,900
Avg. aid
$28,498
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
79%
SAT range
900–1150
ACT range
17–24

Outcomes

Graduation rate
54%
Median salary
$45,243
1 yr after graduation

What is the cost of studying for a year at Anderson University-Indiana?

Anderson University is a private institution, so its published undergraduate tuition is the same for Indiana residents and students from other states. In the reported 2024-25 figures, full-time undergraduate tuition was $36,150 and required fees were $1,090.

The same cost figures list typical annual room charges of $7,200, board charges of $6,120, and books and supplies of $1,500. Together with tuition and required fees, those items total $52,060 for an illustrative residential year before transportation, personal spending, and any program-specific expenses. This is not a complete current-year bill or an individualized cost-of-attendance estimate. The reported part-time undergraduate tuition charge was $1,505 per credit hour; graduate charges follow a different schedule.

Published price is not the same as net price after grants and scholarships. The reported average net price was $21,044 for students from families with annual incomes of $48,000 or less and $29,375 for those from families above $110,000. Those averages do not predict an individual aid offer. Reported aid figures indicate that all students in the relevant undergraduate aid measure received some financial aid, while 58% had student loans; loans must generally be repaid.

Eligible students may be considered for federal grants and loans, Indiana aid, and university scholarships. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is central to determining eligibility for many need-based programs. Applicants should compare a current, itemized aid offer against the university's current cost-of-attendance budget, separating grants from loans and checking whether scholarships renew automatically or depend on GPA, enrollment level, or other conditions.

What are the work-study opportunities at Anderson University-Indiana?

Anderson students can pursue part-time work alongside their studies, including campus positions when available. Federal Work-Study is a particular need-based financial aid program; it should not be confused with an ordinary campus job, an internship, or a grant paid directly toward the bill.

Work-Study eligibility is determined through the financial aid process, and an award does not by itself mean a student has been hired. Students generally must find a qualifying position, work scheduled hours, and receive wages for work performed. Those without a Work-Study award may still be eligible to apply for positions funded through other campus budgets. The financial aid office and campus employment postings are the appropriate places to check current eligibility, openings, pay, and application procedures.

For career-related experience, students can also use the university's reported career counseling, résumé assistance, job bank, fairs, and employer connections. Anderson does not report a university-wide internship requirement, so a student should check whether the intended major requires one and how any internship fits into the degree plan.

Anderson University-Indiana Tuition and Fees

In-state tuition & fees
$38,900
Out-of-state tuition & fees
$38,900
Tuition
$37,600
Fees
$1,300
Room and board
$13,320
Books and supplies
$1,500

Total Cost

Cost of attendance per year
$53,175
Tuition & fees
$38,900
Housing, food, books & other
$14,275

100% of undergraduates receive aid, $28,498 on average

Anderson University-Indiana Cost of Living

Yearly living expenses by where students live

On campus
$16,100
Off campus, not with family
$13,100
Off campus, with family
$3,900

Anderson University-Indiana Net Price by Family Income

Average yearly cost after grants, students awarded federal aid

$0–30,000
$23,119
$30,001–48,000
$21,044
$48,001–75,000
$22,418
$75,001–110,000
$26,139
Over $110,000
$29,375

Anderson University-Indiana Room and Board Cost

Typical room charge for academic year

$7,200

Typical board charge for academic year

$6,120

Total dormitory capacity

909

Institution provide on-campus housing

Yes

Anderson University-Indiana Financial Aid

Undergraduate average amount

$28,498

All

$25,946

Students Receiving Financial Aid

Share of undergraduate students
100%

Anderson University-Indiana Grants, Loans and Debt

Students receiving Pell Grants
36%
Students with federal loans
58%
Median debt at completion
$24,832

Anderson University-Indiana Military and Veterans Benefits

Undergraduate average amount

$14,212

Graduate average amount

$6,885

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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