Allen University Review

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Allen University is a very small, four-year, highly residential, private not-for-profit school with 730 students enrolled. This college was founded in 1870 and is one of the 15 colleges located in Columbia, South Carolina.

Allen University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU) and is also affiliated with African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Academic Offerings

Bachelor's degree is available at Allen University.

Allen University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 11 majors. The most popular concentrations are Business, Management, General Studies, Theology and Religion, and Biology. Read the details about all majors offered at this college.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you would like to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Allen University is very low at 49% (way below South Carolina average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students do not seem to enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Allen University is very low - 6%.

Student to full-time faculty ratio at Allen University is decent, 23:1. Find out more regarding instruction at this college in the Faculty Info report.

Tuition and Loans

If you are planning to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the school code for Allen University is 003417. Please verify this code before using it with your FAFSA application.

Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides financial aid to eligible students and families. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you will need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.

It is very easy to receive a loan at Allen University, as 80% of the school's students receive loans, and the average loan amount is about $2,700.

Average tuition cost is close to the nationwide median, around $9,900 per academic year.

If you want to request more detailed information about applying to Allen University, call this school's general information office at (803) 254-4165 or check Allen University Website.

Opportunities and Services

Allen University offers evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Allen University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and to find a full-time job upon graduation.

Allen University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 600 students, which offers a decent on-campus housing option.

Army ROTC programs are available at Allen University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Crime and Safety

Based on the college crime numbers, Allen University seems to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime Report for this college.

Learn about other colleges around Columbia. Other cities to get an education from close to Allen University are West Columbia, Camden, Sumter, Newberry, and Orangeburg.

Allen University Videos

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Allen University Location and Maps

Post Address: Allen University, 1530 Harden Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29204, USA
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