American National University
- American National University is dedicated to the training and educating of men and women for a full life and a successful career in a number of general and particular fields. The University seeks to give students a broad competency in a field of specialization and an understanding of and respect for their own and others` ideas and thoughts. Graduates of American National University should understand and practice their responsibilities to their families, their fellow men and their communities by becoming effective and contributing citizens.
School Highlights
American National University serves 799 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 49%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Private-state tuition: $11,550
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 74%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
American National University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 70% over five years.
American National University
(VA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
57 staff
129 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of American National University has declined by 40% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The American National University diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
799 students
2,199 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
316 students
914 students
# Part-Time Students
483 students
1,285 students
# Undergraduate Students
270 students
857 students
# Graduate Students
46 students
242 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% Asian
3%
7%
% Hispanic
3%
12%
% Black
29%
21%
% White
26%
51%
% Two or more races
6%
5%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
32%
3%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.67
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,200
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $11,550 is less than the state average of $15,561. The private state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$11,550
$15,561
Tuition Notes
Cost savings through
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,334
$11,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,451
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
64%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Founded in 1886 in Roanoke, Virginia, the college enrolls students at its 30+ campus locations in Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, and Indiana. As a collegiate institution offering educational credentials from diplomas to master degrees, National strives to develop each student intellectually, culturally and socially. The University/College is interested in each individual becoming proficient in the disciplines necessary for his and her success, with the training necessary to be self-sufficient and enterprising and with the background necessary to be constantly expanding his or her intellectual and cultural horizons. Established in 1886 to provide Roanoke Valley citizens with training for business careers, and continues to build on its reputation among employers throughout Southwest Virginia. It is also the first National campus to offer a Masters course of study and the first to offer a Bachelors. The location is also home to the institution's main administrative offices. The Roanoke Valley Campus offers Master's Degree, Bachelor's Degrees, Associate's Degrees, Diploma Programs and Certification Programs. The institution is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and diplomas.
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