Averett University
About Averett University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Averett University is a private university in Danville, VA. It has a 76% acceptance rate and a 46% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,121 students.
Founded
1859
Location
Danville, Virginia
Students
1,463
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
56.6%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
48.1%
Below national average
Tuition
$38,550
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,925
After financial aid
SAT Average
1135
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$51,516
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
56.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Averett University accepts 56.6% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1135/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
65.3%
4-Year Grad
36%
6-Year Grad
42%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 36% graduation rate is below average, but 65.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$38,550
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,530
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,460
After Financial Aid
$22,925
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$23,064
Receive Grants
41.1%
Take Loans
63.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $53,460/yr, including $14,530 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $22,925.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Averett University fund their education.
While in School
41.1%
Get Grants
Free money
63.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$40,149
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $52K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Averett University.
Gender
51.3%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,231
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
232
Graduates
37.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
23.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 37.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7.8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,231
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Averett University fields 11 varsity teams with 540 student athletes, about 44% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Old Dominion
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
540
44% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
74% / 26%
397
Men
143
Women
10
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Averett Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,516
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$37K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$60K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$43K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Air Transportation
—
24 grads
Sociology
—
14 grads
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.