AURORA UNIVERSITY

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Aurora University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a mid-size city (in Aurora, IL). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.

Contacting the School

347 S Gladstone Ave
Aurora, IL 60506-4892
Main Phone: (630) 892-6431
Web Site: www.aurora.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 2,329 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.3% of students attend full-time, while 0.7% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 115 male students and 179 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 39.1% of the student body, while females made up 60.9%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (12)%, Hispanic (7)%, and Asian (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 57.1% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's
Doctor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

Engineering

Engineering Physics

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Mathematics

Mathematics

Philosophy And Religion

Philosophy

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Social Work

School Accreditation

Aurora University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Aurora University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Aurora University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Northern Illinois-Iowa Conference (for basketball, and baseball).
(for football).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, and baseball.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Credit for life experience

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 22,774
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 19,654
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 22,774

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Recommendations are recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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