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Aurora University
Aurora,
IL
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate82%
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About Aurora University
Aurora University is a private university in the suburb of Aurora, Illinois. Aurora University was founded in 1893. The college currently enrolls around 5,918 students per year, including 4,048 undergraduates.
2021 Acceptance Rate for Aurora University
It is moderately difficult to get into Aurora University. The acceptance rate at Aurora University is 82%. Out of 2,922 applications received in 2021, 2,393 students were offered admission.
| Aurora University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 82% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 29% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Aurora University is located in the town of Aurora, Illinois, in the suburbs of Chicago.
If you would like to see Aurora University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 88 to Aurora, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Chicago-O'Hare International.
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College Info
Aurora University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Aurora University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Aurora University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Aurora University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
990 - 1170
Math SAT Range
480 - 590
Reading SAT Range
500 - 608
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1170 and Above
Good
990 to 1170
Avg
990 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Aurora University students is 1083. Applicants with SAT scores of 1170 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Aurora University, while applicants with SAT scores between 990 to 1170 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 990 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Aurora University.
Aurora University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$41,460
In State$41,460
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$28,000
$28,000
Fees
$220
$220
Housing
$13,240
$13,240
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Aurora University is like? There are approximately 5,918 students enrolled at Aurora University, including 4,048 undergraduate students and 1,870 graduate students. 90% percent of students attend school full-time, 88% percent are from IL and 12% percent of students are from other states.
90%
Full Time10%
Part Time88%
In State12%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,918
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
82%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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