Anderson University remains one the best colleges and universities in the South as U.S. News & World Report today released its 2024-2025 “Best Colleges” rankings, naming AU to its “Best Value,” “Best First-Year Experience” and “Best Schools for Veterans” lists.
Overall, Anderson University now ranks #34 among Regional Universities-South, an increase of seven places compared to last year. In addition, AU returned to U.S. News & World Report’s list of national universities with the “Best First-Year Experience,” coming in at #41 among all colleges and universities in the United States.
Also among Regional Universities-South, AU ranks #14 in the “Best Colleges for Veterans” category and #32 in the “Best Value Schools” category, according to U.S. News & World Report.
The publication’s annual Best Colleges rankings come as more than 4,600 students enrolled at Anderson University this fall. It is the largest student body in the University’s 113-year history. AU remains the largest private university in South Carolina.
Anderson University is a “more selective,” comprehensive Christian university offering bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees on campus and online. Anderson University is the #2 private university in South Carolina, according to Niche.com, is among U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Regional Universities South,” and is on the publication’s “Best Value,” “Best Schools for Veterans,” “Best First-Year Experience” and “Best Online Programs” lists. Anderson is a five-time Apple Distinguished School and on the honor roll of the prestigious Great Colleges to Work For® program.