Is Anderson University a Christian college?

Yes. Anderson University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is South Carolina Baptist Convention.

What is Anderson University’s Compass Score?

76 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

Where is chapel held at Anderson University?

Chapel is listed at Henderson Auditorium or Student Center Theater. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

Christian college

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Anderson University

Anderson, SC · Private nonprofit · 4-year · South Carolina Baptist Convention · Baptist

Real cost

Average price after aid $23,544 a year

Median debt at graduation: $26,700 (all students)

Estimate your own price · the college’s net price calculator

Anderson University is a Christian university in Anderson, South Carolina, affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention since 1911, and it publishes a statement of faith. Students gather for Campus Worship on Wednesdays and Fridays, and eight Journey credits each semester are a graduation requirement for full-time traditional students. The Office of Christian Life runs Baptist Collegiate Ministry and other student ministries, and Community Missions works with more than 25 local non-profits and ministries.

Faith life at a glance

A week at Anderson University

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- 10:10AMChapel
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- 10:10AMChapel
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No set time
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No set time: Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun

Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.

In the college’s own words

“The Office of Christian Life at Anderson University cultivates a growing and enduring faith among students, faculty and staff through corporate worship, biblical discipleship, and missional living.”
Source: andersonuniversity.edu
“Every month, AU faculty, staff, and students set aside time to serve together.”
Source: andersonuniversity.edu

Questions students ask

What's a normal week?

Campus Worship gathers Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 a.m.

Source: andersonuniversity.edu

Where do I find community?

Students can join weekly BCM community groups, and women can join small discipleship groups of 2 to 5.

Source: andersonuniversity.edu

Can I serve or go on mission trips?

Faculty, staff and students serve together every month, and the university works with over 25 nonprofits.

Source: andersonuniversity.edu

Rankings

Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list

In America

Academic Excellence

B+

70 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score66%
First-year retention 20% of score82%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,202 · ACT 25.5
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score13 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$8,526

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

Worship and chapel

68 of 100 points · 7 of 7 found

Partly:
Chapel services during the weekTwice a week (Campus Worship is held each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 a.m.)
Sources (1)
1. Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Students, faculty, and staff gather each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 am for Campus Worship.”
  Campus Worship is held each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 a.m.
Yes:
Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Eight Journey credits per full-time semester, a graduation requirement, earned by attending services.)
Sources (1)
1. Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “As a graduation requirement, all traditional full-time students are required to earn a minimum of eight Journey credits for each semester in which they are enrolled full-time up to eight semesters.”
  Full-time traditional students must earn eight Journey (Campus Worship) credits each semester as a graduation requirement.
Partly:
Student worship nights or praise servicesTwice a month (Eternal Tribe student worship meets twice a month on Sunday afternoons. A Thursday night BCM worship is also described.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministries | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “They meet twice a month on campus for worship on Sunday afternoons in Daniel Auditorium.”
  Eternal Tribe meets twice a month on campus for worship.
Partly:
Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Now and then (Pastoral care prayer is offered with a prayer request channel.)
Sources (1)
1. Pastoral Care | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/pastoral-care · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Send prayer requests to prayer@andersonuniversity.edu.”
  Pastoral Care takes prayer requests and keeps students in prayer.
Yes:
Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsFull-time campus pastor or chaplain (A named campus pastor, chaplain or dean of chapel serves students on the college staff.)
Sources (1)
1. Meet the Team | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Tracy Jessup, Ph.D. Vice President for Christian Life and Senior Minister”
  Tracy Jessup is Vice President for Christian Life and Senior Minister.
Yes:
A chapel or worship space on campusYes (Campus Worship is held in campus venues (Henderson Auditorium or the Student Center Theater) with set times.)
Sources (1)
1. Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Students, faculty, and staff gather each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 am for Campus Worship.”
  Campus Worship is held each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 a.m.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer1 or 2 times a week (2 weekly times documented: 2 chapel, 0 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Bible and theology

73 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

Partly:
Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students1 course (Core Foundation requires CHR 105 Introduction to the Bible (or CHR 107 Introduction to the Old Testament for Christian Studies majors): one course for all students.)
Sources (1)
1. Gold Core Curriculum (Traditional) | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.andersonuniversity.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=37&poid=3775&returnto=2105 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “CHR 105 - Introduction to the Bible 3 Cr. Hrs. OR CHR 107 - Introduction to the Old Testament 3 Cr. Hrs. (For Christian Studies Majors Only)”
  The core foundation requires CHR 105 Introduction to the Bible, or CHR 107 for Christian Studies majors.
Partly:
Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsOne choice among others (The required Bible course is a choice between CHR 105 and CHR 107 (CHR 107 applies to Christian Studies majors only).)
Sources (1)
1. Gold Core Curriculum (Traditional) | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.andersonuniversity.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=37&poid=3775&returnto=2105 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “CHR 105 - Introduction to the Bible 3 Cr. Hrs. OR CHR 107 - Introduction to the Old Testament 3 Cr. Hrs. (For Christian Studies Majors Only)”
  The core foundation requires CHR 105 Introduction to the Bible, or CHR 107 for Christian Studies majors.
Partly:
Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required1 course (CHR 305 Christian Worldview and Contemporary Application is a Core Keystone course required of all students.)
Sources (1)
1. Gold Core Curriculum (Traditional) | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.andersonuniversity.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=37&poid=3775&returnto=2105 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “CHR 305 - Christian Worldview and Contemporary Application 3 Cr. Hrs.”
  The core keystone courses include CHR 305 Christian Worldview and Contemporary Application, required of all students.
Yes:
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes
Sources (1)
1. Statement of Faith | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “This understanding of faith informs an Anderson University education, to include teaching about biblical studies, human knowledge, and human culture.”
  The statement of faith informs teaching across the university's education.
Yes:
Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (Christian Studies majors include Biblical Studies, B.A. and Theology and Philosophy, B.A.)
Sources (1)
1. Academic Programs | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.andersonuniversity.edu/content.php?catoid=37&navoid=2105 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Christian Studies: Biblical Studies, B.A.”
  The university offers a Christian Studies Biblical Studies B.A. and a Christian Studies Theology and Philosophy B.A.
Yes:
A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
1. Statement of Faith | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The University’s Statement of Faith is therefore consistent with the BFM2000, yet it is specific to Anderson University as a separate entity fostered by the SCBC.”
  The university publishes a statement of faith consistent with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

Christian community

88 of 100 points · 4 of 7 found

Yes:
Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)5 or more (Six professional ministry staff are listed on the Meet the Team page; the administrative assistant is not counted.)
Sources (1)
1. Meet the Team | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Tracy Jessup, Ph.D. Vice President for Christian Life and Senior Minister”
  Tracy Jessup is Vice President for Christian Life and Senior Minister.
  “James Hanson, M.Div. Assistant Vice President for Christian Life and Director of Campus Ministries”
  James Hanson is Assistant Vice President for Christian Life and Director of Campus Ministries.
  “Ryan Stanley Director of Production for Campus Worship”
  Ryan Stanley directs production for Campus Worship.
  “Nate Norwood Director of Men’s and Athletic Ministries”
  Nate Norwood directs men's and athletic ministries.
  “Teagan Dunning, MA. Director of Women’s Ministry and Community Missions”
  Teagan Dunning directs women's ministry and community missions.
Partly:
Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearOne or two (Baptist Collegiate Ministry holds weekend retreats.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministries | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “BCM encourages Gospel-centered living through active discipleship (one-on-one and group discipleship), genuine community (through weekly BCM community groups) engaging experiences (Thursday night worship and weekend retreats)”
  Baptist Collegiate Ministry offers weekly community groups, Thursday night worship and weekend retreats.
Yes:
Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Baptist Collegiate Ministry community groups, Women's Ministry discipleship groups, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Bible studies, Eternal Tribe and Reformed University Fellowship.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministries | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “BCM encourages Gospel-centered living through active discipleship (one-on-one and group discipleship), genuine community (through weekly BCM community groups) engaging experiences (Thursday night worship and weekend retreats)”
  Baptist Collegiate Ministry offers weekly community groups, Thursday night worship and weekend retreats.
  “Discipleship groups consist of 2-5 women who meet regularly and are committed to spurring one another on towards Christ.”
  Women's Ministry runs discipleship groups for undergraduate women.
  “The AU chapter meets monthly as a large group and also conducts small group Bible studies”
  The Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter runs small group Bible studies.
  “Reformed University Fellowship is a campus ministry of the Presbyterian Church of America (PCA) that reaches college students from all backgrounds with the hope of Jesus Christ.”
  Reformed University Fellowship is a campus ministry listed by the university.
Not enough information:
Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
1. Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The Office of Christian Life at Anderson University cultivates a growing and enduring faith among students, faculty and staff through corporate worship, biblical discipleship, and missional living.”
  The Office of Christian Life cultivates faith through worship, discipleship and missional living.

Missions and service

83 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

Yes:
Service or outreach officeYes (Community Missions, the local component of AU 1:8, runs monthly Group Serve Days and service-learning.)
Sources (1)
1. Missions | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “These service-learning opportunities are available to all students, faculty, and staff at Anderson University.”
  Community Missions offers service-learning opportunities available to all students.
  “Every month, AU faculty, staff, and students set aside time to serve together.”
  Faculty, staff and students serve together each month through Group Serve Days.
Partly:
Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumAvailable (Service-learning opportunities are available to all students.)
Sources (1)
1. Missions | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “These service-learning opportunities are available to all students, faculty, and staff at Anderson University.”
  Community Missions offers service-learning opportunities available to all students.
Yes:
Missions trips offered to studentsMany each year (Mission teams travel several times a year (regional, national and international). The value follows the rubric's many-each-year level; the trips are optional.)
Sources (1)
1. Missions | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Through mission partnerships, we offer regional, national, and international opportunities for students to serve.”
  Mission partnerships offer regional, national and international opportunities for students to serve.
Yes:
Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceMany
Sources (1)
1. Missions | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “AU has relationships with over 25+ non-profits and ministries that are committed to serving those in the Anderson community.”
  The university has relationships with more than 25 local non-profits and ministries.
Partly:
Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome
Sources (1)
1. Missions | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Through mission partnerships, we offer regional, national, and international opportunities for students to serve.”
  Mission partnerships offer regional, national and international opportunities for students to serve.
Yes:
Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
1. Missions | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “AU 1:8 exists to educate, equip, and empower the AU community to join in on God’s redemptive purpose, both locally and globally.”
  AU 1:8 aims to equip the community to join God's redemptive purpose locally and globally.

Strengths

Campus Worship is held twice a week, and full-time traditional students earn eight Journey credits each semester as a graduation requirement.
Sources (1)
1. Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Students, faculty, and staff gather each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 am for Campus Worship.”
  Campus Worship is held each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 a.m.
  “As a graduation requirement, all traditional full-time students are required to earn a minimum of eight Journey credits for each semester in which they are enrolled full-time up to eight semesters.”
  Full-time traditional students must earn eight Journey (Campus Worship) credits each semester as a graduation requirement.
Several student ministries run weekly and small-group activities, including Baptist Collegiate Ministry, Women's Ministry and Fellowship of Christian Athletes Bible studies.
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministries | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “BCM encourages Gospel-centered living through active discipleship (one-on-one and group discipleship), genuine community (through weekly BCM community groups) engaging experiences (Thursday night worship and weekend retreats)”
  Baptist Collegiate Ministry offers weekly community groups, Thursday night worship and weekend retreats.
  “Discipleship groups consist of 2-5 women who meet regularly and are committed to spurring one another on towards Christ.”
  Women's Ministry runs discipleship groups for undergraduate women.
  “The AU chapter meets monthly as a large group and also conducts small group Bible studies”
  The Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter runs small group Bible studies.
Community Missions works with more than 25 local non-profits and ministries, and mission partnerships offer regional, national and international service.
Sources (1)
1. Missions | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “AU has relationships with over 25+ non-profits and ministries that are committed to serving those in the Anderson community.”
  The university has relationships with more than 25 local non-profits and ministries.
  “Through mission partnerships, we offer regional, national, and international opportunities for students to serve.”
  Mission partnerships offer regional, national and international opportunities for students to serve.

Concerns

The core requires one Bible course (CHR 105, or CHR 107 for Christian Studies majors); no separate Old Testament and New Testament sequence is required of all students.
Sources (1)
1. Gold Core Curriculum (Traditional) | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.andersonuniversity.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=37&poid=3775&returnto=2105 · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “CHR 105 - Introduction to the Bible 3 Cr. Hrs. OR CHR 107 - Introduction to the Old Testament 3 Cr. Hrs. (For Christian Studies Majors Only)”
  The core foundation requires CHR 105 Introduction to the Bible, or CHR 107 for Christian Studies majors.
The statement of faith says personal faith views of employees may vary to some degree; employees must respect its tenets rather than personally affirm each one.
Sources (1)
1. Statement of Faith | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The University’s Statement of Faith is therefore consistent with the BFM2000, yet it is specific to Anderson University as a separate entity fostered by the SCBC.”
  The university publishes a statement of faith consistent with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

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Campus ministry home

Office of Christian Life (Baptist Collegiate Ministry)

Address: 316 Boulevard, Anderson, South Carolina 29621
Distance from campus: 0.2 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)

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Source: andersonuniversity.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, andersonuniversity.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (3)

Campus Ministries | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“BCM encourages Gospel-centered living through active discipleship (one-on-one and group discipleship), genuine community (through weekly BCM community groups) engaging experiences (Thursday night worship and weekend retreats)”
Baptist Collegiate Ministry offers weekly community groups, Thursday night worship and weekend retreats.
Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Office of Christian Life at Anderson University cultivates a growing and enduring faith among students, faculty and staff through corporate worship, biblical discipleship, and missional living.”
The Office of Christian Life cultivates faith through worship, discipleship and missional living.
Meet the Team | Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Tracy Jessup, Ph.D. Vice President for Christian Life and Senior Minister”
Tracy Jessup is Vice President for Christian Life and Senior Minister.

Christian clubs and student life

8 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 2 off campus, 4 location not published

Clubs and groups 4

Reformed University FellowshipOff campus
Sunday evenings
Campus ministry of the Presbyterian Church in America, meeting near campus.
andersonuniversity.edu
Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM) community groups
Weekly
Weekly community groups, one-on-one and group discipleship.
andersonuniversity.edu
Women's Ministry discipleship groups
Small discipleship groups of two to five women who meet regularly.
andersonuniversity.edu
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Monthly large group
Monthly large group and small group Bible studies for athletes.
andersonuniversity.edu

Service 1

Community Missions group serve daysOff campus
Monthly
Faculty, staff and students serve together with local non-profits.
andersonuniversity.edu, andersonuniversity.edu

Worship and prayer 2

Campus Worship (Journey)On campus
Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:10 AM
Weekly campus worship services; credits are a graduation requirement for full-time traditional students.
andersonuniversity.edu, andersonuniversity.edu
Eternal Tribe worshipOn campus
Twice a month, Sunday afternoons
Student-led worship in Daniel Auditorium.
andersonuniversity.edu

Retreats 1

BCM Thursday night worship and weekend retreats
Thursday nights; weekends
Student worship on Thursday nights and retreats on weekends.
andersonuniversity.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Chapel, worship and prayer

Confirm with the campus ministry

Chapel 1

Wednesday, Friday10:10 AMHenderson Auditorium or Student Center Theater · Campus Worship (Journey). Students reserve a seat in the iAttended app.

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)

Christian Life | Anderson Universityandersonuniversity.edu/campus-life/christian-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Students, faculty, and staff gather each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 am for Campus Worship.”
Campus Worship is held each Wednesday and Friday at 10:10 a.m.

Plan a campus visit Chapel and worship times for your dates, questions to ask, and a calendar button.

What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Average net price by family income
Family income	Price after aid
Up to $30,000	$17,188
$30,001–$48,000	$18,724
$48,001–$75,000	$19,647
$75,001–$110,000	$24,926
Over $110,000	$27,080

Full cost of attendance before aid: $50,192 a year.

Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	3,413
Men and women College Scorecard, fall 2023	Men 38% · Women 62%
First-generation students College Scorecard	25%
Total students	4,325
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$23,544
Cost of attendance (per year)	$50,192
Median federal debt at graduation	$26,700
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	66%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients College Scorecard, within 6 years	57%
Graduation rate for first-generation students College Scorecard, within 6 years	56%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years College Scorecard, within 3 years	58%
First-year retention	82%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$42,101
Admission rate	55%
Application fee IPEDS, 2023–24	$40
Typical rent HUD fair market rent, FY2026	About $1,221 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants	21%

Admitted students’ middle range:SAT 1100–1280ACT 22–29

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1202
SAT reading & writing	560–650
SAT math	540–630
ACT composite	22–29
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 44 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

Median earnings by major
Major	Median earnings
Accounting	$79,844
Nursing	$76,147
Business administration	$63,035
Human resources	$62,076
Business (general)	$61,833
Marketing	$53,985
Public health	$52,568
Kinesiology and exercise science	$50,409
Criminal justice	$49,825
Secondary education	$46,273
Broadcasting	$44,648
Design	$44,221
Teacher education	$43,612
Human services	$42,718
Theatre	$36,872

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Allied health, Applied mathematics, Arts management, Bible/Biblical Studies, Biochemistry, Biology, Clinical and counseling psychology, Communication studies, Computing and information science, Dance, Education (general), Engineering (general), English, Experimental psychology, Family and human development, Film and video, Finance, Fine arts, General studies, Gerontology, Health sciences, History, Homeland Security, Information technology, Interior Architecture, International business, Liberal arts, Management information systems, Management science, Mathematics, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, Music, Natural resources and conservation, Neuroscience, Other homeland security, law enforcement, firefighting and related protective services, Pastoral counseling, Physiology and pathology, Political science, Pre-health, Pre-law and legal studies, Programming, Psychology, Public Policy Analysis, Public relations, Religious Music and Worship, Religious studies, Romance languages, Special education, Systems Engineering, Theology, Writing and rhetoric.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

Most common bachelor’s fields
Field	Share of degrees
Education	17%
Business	15%
Health professions	12%
Visual and performing arts	10%
Parks, recreation and fitness	8%

Campus facts

School colors
Setting	City
Part-time undergraduates	3%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older	5%
On-campus room and board (per year)	$12,720
Sports	NCAA Division II · South Atlantic Conference
ROTC	Army · Air Force
Study abroad	Offered
Students per faculty member	13 to 1
Undergraduates registered with the disability office	About 10%IPEDS, 2023–24
Faculty who are full-time	100%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student	$15,243IPEDS, 2023, per student
Dorm space	For about 61% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline service	Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)About 36 miles away · about 55 minutes by car
Nearest major airport	Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)About 108 miles away
Town population	30,051Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or more	CharlotteAbout 113 miles away · about 2 hours 40 minutes by car
Typical weather	43°F in January · 81°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Anderson, SC

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

On-campus crimes per 1,000 students
Category	This campus	U.S. rate
Rape	0.11	0.07
Robbery	0.00	0.01
Aggravated assault	0.00	0.04
Burglary	0.21	0.08
Motor vehicle theft	0.00	0.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Christian churches nearby

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Questions families ask

Is Anderson University a Christian college?: Yes. Anderson University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is South Carolina Baptist Convention.
What is Anderson University’s Compass Score?: 76 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is chapel held at Anderson University?: Chapel is listed at Henderson Auditorium or Student Center Theater. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

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IPEDS unit ID 217633
Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Baptist
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