At a glance
Average net price
$10,972
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
13.3%
Admission rate
73%
Undergrad size
576
In-state tuition
$14,304
Out-of-state tuition
$14,304
Cost of attendance
$23,998
Median earnings (10y)
$30,497
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 45.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
9 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (30%), social sciences (22%), stem (21%).
- STEM21%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services30%
- Social sciences21.8%~126 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation17.2%~99 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Biological sciences16.1%~93 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business16.1%~93 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~73 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics4.6%~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English3.5%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
10 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 39 | $22,477 | $41,000 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 24 | $17,432 | $40,361 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | $38,198 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | — | — | $39,525 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Allen University
Allen University is a small institution located in Columbia, South Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 576 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Parks & recreation, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Allen University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,972 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $14,304 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,998 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 13.3%, a below-average completion outcome. 45.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $30,497 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Allen University confers degrees and certificates across 9 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Parks & recreation, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (30% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Allen University accepts 73% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Columbia, South Carolina (city), Allen University draws students from across South Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Allen University
Q.How much does Allen University cost?
The average net price at Allen University is $10,972 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,998.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Allen University?
Allen University has a 6-year graduation rate of 13.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Allen University?
Allen University admits 73% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Allen University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Allen University graduate earns $30,497 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Allen University?
Published tuition is $14,304 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Allen University located?
Allen University is located in Columbia, South Carolina (ZIP 29204).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Allen University at their official website.