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Allen University

Columbia, SCPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 73% Acceptance
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73%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$10,972
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
576
Students
Small campus body
$23,889
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Allen University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Columbia, SC. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 576 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 73%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
576 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
73% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT ReadingNot Reported
SAT MathNot Reported
ACT CompositeNot Reported
73%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Social Sciences22% of degrees
Business & Marketing16% of degrees
Biological Sciences16% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,474
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $41,000
Social Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $38,198
Earnings 5yr: $33,333
Debt: $38,198
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $35,787
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $39,525
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $29,249
Earnings 5yr: $35,818
Debt: $40,361
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mathematics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mathematics.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Music.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Religion/Religious Studies.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Religion/Religious Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Social Sciences, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$10,972
In-State Tuition$14,304
Out-of-State Tuition$14,304
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

77%
Pell Grants
80%
Take Loans
14%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$23,889
+28% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$30,497

Completion Signals

13%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
45%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$130/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

56%
Men
44%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 56% men and 44% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
51%
Part-Time Share
3%
Avg Family Income
$23,028
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