Allen University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Allen University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: African Methodist Episcopal
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Allen University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Columbia, South Carolina. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 635, and admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 32%. The university offers 11 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 13%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $12,540.
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- #3 Ranked in Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities of 2023
- #4 Ranked in Most Affordable and Cheapest HBCU Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
677
Students enrolled
75%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
0%
Unknown
1%
Black
91%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
82% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
4
Total Online Enrollment
510
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.75% online, 25% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
71% On-campus
29% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate50% online
Bachelor's18% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $12,540 | $12,540 |
| Graduate | $8,100 | $8,100 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,308 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,584 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $6,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,000 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,500 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $24,932 | $24,932 |
| Off-campus without family | $22,848 | $22,848 |
| Off-campus with family | $17,348 | $17,348 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
83%
State Grant Aid
33%
Institution Grant Aid
83%
Pell Grant
82%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$34k
Average student debtafter graduation
$18k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Football
- Wrestling
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 4 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 5 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 6 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 7 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 9 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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