Aurora University

Private
AuroraIL
Suburb

Estimated Net Cost

(per year)
$20k

Estimated Post Grad Salary

(per year)
$56k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent

Pros

  • Strong academic programs

  • Diverse student population

  • Beautiful campus

  • Active student organizations

Cons

  • Limited funding for some programs

  • Higher tuition rates

  • Weather can be harsh

  • Limited on-campus housing

Tuition and Costs

Understanding Tuition Costs at Aurora University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Aurora University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

Most Recent Tuition Costs

Understanding Tuition Costs at Aurora University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Aurora University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

Yearly4 years
Tuition and Fees
$28,220$112,880
Room and Board
$13,240$52,960
Books and Supplies
$1,200$4,800
Other expenses
$3,204$13,680
Sticker Price$45,864$184,320

Historical Tuition Costs

Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $805 per year over the next three years, reaching $29,025 in 2024, and $29,830 in 2025, and $30,635 in 2026.

Return On Education

Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

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Aurora University is distinguished by a high ROEdu, suggesting graduates enjoy considerable financial and professional rewards that surpass the costs of their education.

Admissions

Aurora University admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 82%. The application deadline can be found on the institution's website.
Admission Rate
82%
Graduation Rate
58%

Admissions Requirements

SAT Range
980 - 1198
ACT Range
19 - 25
High School GPA

N/A

Key dates

Application Deadline
See college website
Early Decision Date
See college website
Early Action Date
See college website

Majors & Degrees

Explore the range of academic programs offered at this institution.
Sciences3 programs
Computer Science
Bachelor's Degree
Psychology
Bachelor's Degree
Communication Disorders
Bachelor's Degree
Sustainability StudiesBachelor's Degree
Engineering2 programs
Engineering General
Bachelor's Degree
Computer Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
HistoryBachelor's Degree
Ethnic & Cultural StudiesBachelor's Degree
Communications4 programs
Communication & Media Studies
Bachelor's Degree
Writing
Bachelor's Degree
Community Advocacy
Bachelor's Degree
Public Administration
Master's Degree
Linguistics4 programs
Broadcasting
Master's Degree
Bilingual Education
Master's Degree
Bilingual Education
Doctoral Degree – Other
Romance Languages
Bachelor's Degree
IT ManagementBachelor's Degree
Education14 programs
Curriculum Design
Master's Degree
Curriculum Design
Doctoral Degree – Research
Education Administration
Master's Degree
Education Administration
Doctoral Degree – Research
Instructional Media
Master's Degree
Special Education
Bachelor's Degree
Special Education
Master's Degree
Special Education
Doctoral Degree – Other
Teacher Training
Bachelor's Degree
Teacher Training
Master's Degree
Subject-Specific Teaching
Bachelor's Degree
Subject-Specific Teaching
Master's Degree
Kinesiology
Bachelor's Degree
Kinesiology
Master's Degree
Social Work4 programs
Social Work
Bachelor's Degree
Social Work
Master's Degree
Social Work
Doctoral Degree – Research
Social Work
Doctoral Degree – Other
Legal StudiesBachelor's Degree
Liberal ArtsBachelor's Degree
Biology2 programs
Biology
Bachelor's Degree
Chiropractic
Bachelor's Degree
Mathematics3 programs
Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree
Mathematics
Master's Degree
Management Science
Bachelor's Degree
Criminal Justice3 programs
Criminal Justice
Bachelor's Degree
Criminal Justice
Master's Degree
Homeland Security
Master's Degree
Parks & RecreationBachelor's Degree
PhilosophyBachelor's Degree
Religious StudiesBachelor's Degree
ChemistryBachelor's Degree
Clinical PsychologyMaster's Degree
Political ScienceBachelor's Degree
SociologyBachelor's Degree
Arts4 programs
Applied Arts
Bachelor's Degree
Theatre
Bachelor's Degree
Fine Arts
Bachelor's Degree
Music
Bachelor's Degree
Medical4 programs
Diagnostic Health Professions
Bachelor's Degree
Medical Preparation
Bachelor's Degree
Nursing
Bachelor's Degree
Nursing
Master's Degree
Business8 programs
Business Administration
Bachelor's Degree
Business Management
Bachelor's Degree
Business Management
Master's Degree
Accounting
Bachelor's Degree
Accounting
Master's Degree
Finance
Bachelor's Degree
Marketing
Bachelor's Degree
Marketing
Master's Degree

Student Life

Learn about the community, campus culture, and experiences that shape student life at this college.

Student Breakdown

Total Enrollment829
Full-time Students826
Part-time Students3

Faculty

Faculty-Student Ratio:18:1
Full-Time FacultyN/A
Part-Time FacultyN/A

Reviews and Ratings

For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about Aurora University. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

Tuition Covered Rating
(3.9)
Niche
(3.7)

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