PrivateSuburbanAurora University
Aurora, Illinois 60506-4892
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Aurora University is a private institution in Aurora with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1072, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,709 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,992.
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Varsity Sports — Spartans
History & Fun Facts
- •(March 2025) (Learn how and when to remove this message) Aurora University was founded as Mendota Seminary in Mendota, Illinois, in 1893.
- •In 1971, Aurora College separated from the Advent Christian Church, and in 1985, changed its name to Aurora University to better reflect the breadth of its academic programs.
- •In 1992, the school entered into an affiliation agreement with George Williams College in Williams Bay, Wisconsin, which was followed by a full merger in 2000.
- •In November 2022, Aurora University announced plans to end academic use of the campus in 2024 and continue operations as a conference center.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1072
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
51.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,500
Programs (72)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
78%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
28
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Cost of Living
Estimated from IL state average + suburban adjustment
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