AU Announced As One of Indiana’s Best Colleges of 2021
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Anderson, Ind. — Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has announced its Top 41 Colleges in Indiana for 2021. Indiana has 56 colleges and universities, and 41 were ranked as the best colleges in the state. Anderson University has received a ranking of #17 on this list, and has additionally been ranked the top school for an education in nursing.
Intelligent’s comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 168 accredited colleges and universities in the nation. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment. The guide only includes accredited colleges and universities. Anderson University’s accreditation is through the Higher Learning Commission.
The 2021 rankings are calculated through a unique scoring system that includes student engagement, potential return on investment, and leading third-party evaluations. Intelligent.com analyzed 168 schools on a scale of 0 to 100, with only 41 making it to the final list. The ranking methodology also uses an algorithm, which collects and analyzes multiple rankings into one score to easily compare each school.
“Anderson University consistently placed high with each assessment we ran for our 2021 rankings, including their nursing programs,” said Jase Beard, communications manager with Intelligent.com. “This is reflective of the world-class education and value offered to its students.”
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, college graduates with a bachelor’s degree receive a 70% higher weekly salary on average than high school graduates, supporting the strength and outcomes of a college education.
Anderson University seeks to offer an education of excellence that prepares graduates for careers in a modern marketplace. Part of this preparation includes award-winning programs and extensive hands-on learning opportunities, translating into strong salaries within graduates’ chosen careers fields — whether nursing, business, education, cyber and national security, engineering, or any of AU’s 60+ majors.
“We are grateful for our highly qualified faculty who work tirelessly to continuously improve our academic programs,” said Anderson University Provost Dr. Joel Shrock. “The passion and experience they bring to their subject areas — all to give students the best possible education — is reflected in this ranking.”
Visit Intelligent.com to access the complete ranking of all 41 schools.
Anderson University is on a mission to educate students for lives of faith and service, offering more than 60 undergraduate majors, 30 three-year degrees, 20 NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports, alongside adult and graduate programs. The private, liberal arts institution is fully accredited and recognized among top colleges for its business, computer science, cybersecurity, dance, engineering, nursing, and teacher education programs. Anderson University was established in 1917 in Anderson, Indiana, by the Church of God.
Intelligent.com provides unbiased research to help students make informed decisions about higher education programs. The website offers curated guides which include the best degree programs as well as information about financial aid, internships and even study strategies. With comprehensive, user-friendly guides and hundreds of program rankings, Intelligent.com is a trusted source among students and prospective students. To learn more, please visit https://www.intelligent.com/.