Aurora University

Aurora, IL · Private Nonprofit

Acceptance rate
81%
Average SAT
1,076
ACT midpoint
22
Enrollment
3,974
In-state tuition
$29,170
Out-of-state tuition
$29,170
Avg net price
$18,838
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 900 and 1150 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

ACT midpoint: 22

Popular programs at Aurora University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Social Work.203
2Business Administration, Management and Operations.159
3Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.158
4Criminal Justice and Corrections.83
5Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.74
6Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.67
7Psychology, General.67
8Marketing.51
9Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.40
10Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.35
11Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.34
12Finance and Financial Management Services.31
13Computer Science.28
14Accounting and Related Services.27
15Biology, General.25
16Communication and Media Studies.20
17Special Education and Teaching.20
18Design and Applied Arts.19
19English Language and Literature, General.15
20History.15

Showing top 20 of 36 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Aurora University?

Aurora University has an acceptance rate of 81% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Aurora University?

Admitted students at Aurora University typically score between 900 and 1150 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Aurora University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Aurora University is approximately $18,838 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Aurora University?

4-year graduation rate data for Aurora University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.