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Located in the vibrant city of Anderson, in the rapidly growing region of Upstate South Carolina, 91福利社 is an academically selective, comprehensive Christian university offering bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral degrees on campus, online and at the University Center in Greenville. Undergraduate students may choose from 92 major degree programs, with 61 minors and 68 major-embedded concentrations; and the University offers 30 master鈥檚 degree programs, 16 doctoral programs and 10 certificate programs.
91福利社 is among the fastest growing private universities in the country, according to the U.S. Department of Education and the Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac. Increased enrollment only tells part of the story, however; the reason for it is Anderson鈥檚 reputation as a premier institution of higher learning and status, one that is recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Niche, among others.
Innovation is a hallmark of the 91福利社 experience, and the University is a national leader in utilizing digital technology and online learning experiences. Among all universities in the nation, U.S. News & World Report ranks Anderson in several categories of its annual 鈥淏est Online Programs鈥� rankings. Specifically, the publication鈥檚 extensive methodology ranks the University鈥檚 online undergraduate programs and its graduate programs in business, education, and nursing as among the best in South Carolina for all colleges and universities, public and private. Further, 91福利社 is an Apple Distinguished School; to date, fewer than 60 colleges or universities in the world are recognized鈥攁nd Anderson has received the distinction five consecutive times.
At the heart of the University鈥檚 educational program is an uncompromising commitment to a comprehensive Christian education as a means of preparing students with both a breadth and depth of knowledge they need not only to be successful in the career of their choice, but to be adaptable to multiple careers, and ultimately be successful in all realms of life鈥攊n work, family, community and faith.
From our humble beginnings to our growth into South Carolina鈥檚 largest private institution of higher learning, 91福利社 has sought to provide a transformational education experience within an intentionally Christian environment. At the heart of the University鈥檚 mission is an uncompromising commitment to great academics, great faith, great hospitality, and great purpose.
Students depend on AU to give the knowledge they need for their individual journey in life. We don鈥檛 dare let them down. When it comes to intellectual development, we don鈥檛 play around. Rigorous, challenging academics combined with exceptional support and encouragement make the difference.
Human beings are not intellect alone, but a combination of mind, body, and soul. C. S Lewis said, 鈥淥nce people stop believing in God, they will believe in anything.鈥� Thus, we do not ask students to choose between God and science. We teach science and we nurture faith. We integrate the life of the mind with the life of the soul. We respect all people of moral conscience. We joyfully present the Gospel of Jesus Christ as our confession.
We relentlessly pursue genuine hospitality…because people really matter. We respect, honor, and serve one another on the AU campus. We want everyone to feel like an insider, and no one to feel like an outsider. Here, people feel valued and cared for. We are warm, kind, generous, anticipatory, and empathetic. The Anderson campus flourishes with an extraordinary sense of connection and community.
We find joy in helping one another discover and pursue a purposeful life. At the end of their AU educational journey, we want students to not only be able to demonstrate what they know and what they can do, but also be ready to articulate a virtuous answer to the most important question: What kind of person do I want to be?
91福利社 is one of the premier, private Christian universities in the country. Known among its peers as an institution that provides a rigorous educational experience, grounded in faith and innovation, AU is regularly recognized by national organizations for affordability, excellence, and a commitment to our student鈥檚 engagement and growth.
among regional universities in the South: No. 26 (U.S. News and World Report, 2023)
among regional universities in the South: No. 18(U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
Four consecutive (2014, 2016, 2018, 2021)Apple Distinguished Schoolrecognitions for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence.
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