- AcademicsC+
- ValueB-
- DiversityA-
- CampusC
- AthleticsB-
- Party SceneB-
- ProfessorsB-
- LocationB-
- DormsC-
- Campus FoodC+
- Student LifeC
- SafetyB+
Averett University is ...
Private not-for-profit, Baptist
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
USA South Athletic Conference
Address
420 W Main St
Danville, VA 24541
Website
Averett University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
61%
SAT Range
800-1010
ACT Range
17-22
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
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Cost
Net Price
$21,302/ year
National
$15,403Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Academics
Professors
B-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 80%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.20 responses
- 80%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.20 responses
- 75%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.20 responses
Majors
Most Popular Majors
Pre-Medicine Studies
22 GraduatesCriminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
18 GraduatesAccounting
10 GraduatesAeronautics and Aviation Technology
10 GraduatesInformation Studies
9 GraduatesManagement Sciences and Information Systems
9 GraduatesCounseling Psychology
8 GraduatesNursing Science, Education, and Practice
8 GraduatesParks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
8 GraduatesPhysical Education Teaching and Coaching
8 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
848Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
7%
Pell Grant
55%
Varsity Athletes
39%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
84%
Poll
- 50%
- of students say Greek life is pretty low-key and has little effect on the social scene.28 responses
Poll
- 57%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.28 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$42,300/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
34%
National
48%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%- 74%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.19 responses
Averett University Reviews
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The best thing about Averett University is that there is a close relationship between the student, the program of study, the advisors, and the instructors. They are exceptional at making student specific adjustments so that a person can graduate on time. There is a lot of support for students who are taking difficult classes like Calculus. There are also a lot of very good transfer options for students who come from the community college system which saves a lot of money.
The only problems I see with Averett University are related to the size of the school. At around 300 students graduating per year, the undergraduate head count is probably around 1000 students. Add in grad students and the entire school probably has no more than 1600 students at any given time. This makes class availability something you must plan for. Larger schools offer classes every semester rather than just once per year.
The only problems I see with Averett University are related to the size of the school. At around 300 students graduating per year, the undergraduate head count is probably around 1000 students. Add in grad students and the entire school probably has no more than 1600 students at any given time. This makes class availability something you must plan for. Larger schools offer classes every semester rather than just once per year.
What I liked: Reasonable class sizes, lots of personal assistance when needed from staff and professors (try taking calculus III in a 200 seat stadium class compare to a class at AU -- it is much better). If you do your work and make an effort you should get a valuable degree in 3-5 years. AU works really closely with community colleges which is a great way to save a lot of money and end up with an Associates degree and a Bachelors which can be nice.
What I disliked: Danville is a little 60 years ago.
Overall: If you major in Education, Computers, or Business you will have no trouble finding a job. If you complete a liberal arts major then you need to be very good at marketing yourself. There are a lot of opportunities for grads from AU especially in Greensboro, Roanoke, and other nearby areas. The school has a good local reputation.
What I disliked: Danville is a little 60 years ago.
Overall: If you major in Education, Computers, or Business you will have no trouble finding a job. If you complete a liberal arts major then you need to be very good at marketing yourself. There are a lot of opportunities for grads from AU especially in Greensboro, Roanoke, and other nearby areas. The school has a good local reputation.
Great professors and amazing programs! It's a dry campus which is problematic. The atmosphere on campus can be uncomfortable for certain students but groups such as the Freedom Alliance and the Black Student Union are trying to change that.