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Allen University

Allen University is a small, private institution located in Columbia, sc. Founded in 1870, Allen University offers undergraduate degrees in 20 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 603 undergraduates
cost $13,422 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Allen University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 43.4%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Allen University is known for one of its top majors: Social Sciences, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
15 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Other
Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Law and Legal Studies
Languages and Literature

Popular majors

Social Sciences, General
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Biology, General
Criminal Justice and Corrections
English Language and Literature, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $13,422
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,584
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,000
Cost of attendance* $25,006
Average financial aid package $8,081
Estimated cost $16,925 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $13,422
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,584
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,000
Cost of attendance* $25,006
Average financial aid package $8,081
Estimated cost $16,925 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Allen University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 603, with gender binary students split 57% male and 43% female.

Total enrollment

603

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
0%
African American %
93%
Hispanic American %
2%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
2%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
0%
Unknown %
3%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

Campus info

map 1530 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29204
phone 803-376-5900
address https://www.allenuniversity.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

International students club

Social science club

Gospel choir

Naacp

Phi beta lambda and basic

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announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsNo
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Allen University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Allen University?

Allen University is located in Columbia, sc.

What is the acceptance rate at Allen University? 

The acceptance rate for Allen University is 43%.

What’s the average GPA for Allen University?

The average high school GPA for Allen University students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Allen University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Allen University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $100,024.

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