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Averett University

Averett University

Danville, VA · Town · 1,231 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Town
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Nestled in Danville, Virginia, Averett University is a close-knit private institution renowned for its highly specialized, hands-on signature programs, most notably its premier School of Aviation and nationally recognized Equestrian Studies. Beyond these unique fields, Averett boasts robust academic offerings in nursing, business, and education, all designed with a focus on experiential learning and intimate class sizes that guarantee personalized faculty mentorship. Campus life is vibrant and collaborative, characterized by a passionate NCAA Division III athletic community, active student-led organizations, and a strong emphasis on community service. What truly sets Averett apart are its world-class, dedicated facilities, including its own regional airport flight center and a 100-acre equestrian complex, which give students immediate, first-year access to industry-standard training.


Wikipedia:Averett University (AU) is a private university in Danville, Virginia, United States. Founded in 1859 as a women's college, Averett became a coeducational institution in 1969. In 2011, the university restored its Baptist affiliation, renewing a relationship that had existed from Averett's founding until 2005.

Location
Danville, VA, 24541 · Town campus
Nearest airport from college
RDU · Raleigh-Durham
60 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$53,460
Avg net price
$22,925
Room & board
$14,530
Tuition
$38,550
Books & supplies
$1,200/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$23,064
$30–48k
$16,990
$48–75k
$19,023
$75–110k
$21,959
$110k+
$28,810
Admissions
Admit rate
57%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1135
Reading 448583
Math 478560
ACT midpoint
20
Composite 1528
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
46%
4-yr on-time completion
33%
1st-yr retention
65%
Transfer-out rate
33%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
44%
Transferred
38%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
19%
Median earnings (6yr)
$46,273
Median earnings (10yr)
$51,516
Median debt
$25,000
Monthly loan payment
$265
Debt range (25th–75th)
$6,500$27,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$38,229
Student Body
Men 49%Women 51%
16
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
41%
First-generation
38%
Median family income
$40,149
Independent students
33%
Avg age at entry
24.0
Part-time students
7%
Race & ethnicity
White
49%
Hispanic
4%
Black
26%
Asian
2%
Two or more
5%
Non-resident
8%
AI/AN
1%
Unknown
6%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$46,273
10 years after entry
$51,516
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing60
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness37
Business Administration, Management and Operations26
Criminal Justice and Corrections25
Air Transportation24
Sociology14
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology13
Marketing11
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs10
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods9
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas8
Accounting and Related Services7
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication6
Information Science/Studies5
Computer Science5
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft5
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Institutional
Endowment
$6M
Classification
Master's (Medium)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
100%
Avg faculty salary
$6,196/mo
Instructional spend/student
$7,698
Federal loan rate
63%

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