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Averett University

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Overview

Averett University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Danville, Virginia, United States. This institution also has a branch campus in Chesapeake. Established in 1859, Averett University (AU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. AU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 167-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 40-49%. This makes it an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Averett University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Averett University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Averett University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Averett University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym AU
Founded 1859
Motto Big Dreams Bold Future
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Cougar

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Location

Address 420 W Main Street
Danville
23320 Virginia
United States
Averett University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Averett University Phone Number (434) 791 5600
Averett University Fax Number (434) 791 5686
Other locations Chesapeake

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Averett University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1928


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Averett University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Averett University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Averett University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Averett University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Averett University's academic range and degree level offering.



Averett University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Averett University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Averett University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Averett University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Averett University.



Averett University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students		 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Averett University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Averett University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Averett University Admission Info


Averett University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Averett University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Averett University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Averett University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Averett University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is considered but not required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is considered but not required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is considered but not required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is considered but not required

Source: IPDES


Averett University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Averett University's Admission Office Admission Office

420 West Main Street
Danville 24541
(434) 791 4996
800 283 7388

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Averett University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Averett University Size and Profile


Averett University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Averett University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Averett University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Averett University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Averett University's Control Type Control Type

Averett University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Averett University's Entity Type Entity Type

Averett University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Averett University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Averett University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Averett University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Averett University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Averett University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Averett University is Christian-Baptist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Baptist. Baptist General Association of Virginia - www.vbmb.org



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Facilities and Services

Averett University Facilities


Averett University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Averett University's Library
Averett University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 92,362 physical volumes, 767 physical media, 15,425 digital/electronic media and 90 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Averett University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Averett University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Averett University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 530 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Averett University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Averett University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Averett University Services


Averett University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Averett University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Averett University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Averett University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Averett University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Averett University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Averett University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Averett University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Averett University public or private?

Averett University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Averett University profit or non-profit?

Averett University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Averett University in terms of enrollment?

Averett University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Averett University in terms of academic staff?

Averett University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Averett University a coeducational institution?

Averett University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Averett University use?

Averett University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Averett University affiliated with?

Christian-Baptist. Baptist General Association of Virginia - www.vbmb.org

Does Averett University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Averett University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Averett University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Averett University AU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro). International students: 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Averett University AU located?

Averett University is located in Danville, Virginia, United States. Address: 420 W Main Street.

Is Averett University AU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Averett University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (since 1928).

Does Averett University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Averett University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Averett University have a university library?

Yes Averett University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 92,362 physical volumes, 767 physical media, 15,425 digital/electronic media and 90 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Averett University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Averett University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Averett University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 530 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Averett University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Averett University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Averett University offer career services?

Yes

Does Averett University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Averett University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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