Private, not-for-profit, Four or more years • NCAA DII, SAC • Anderson, SC

Anderson University (SC)

Four or more years, Private, not-for-profit • Anderson, SC

Overall Rating

2.5
22 Reviews
32%
Would Recommend
Division and Conference
NCAA DII • South Atlantic Conference | SAC
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Location
316 Boulevard
Anderson, SC, 29621-4035
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Location
City: Small
Size
1,000 - 4,999
Degree Level
Bachelor's Degree,
Graduate/Professional Certificate,
Master's Degree,
Doctoral Degree,
First Professional Degree
Students per Full Time Faculty
16 : 1
Religious Affiliation
Baptist
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Athletics

at Anderson University (SC)

Anderson University (SC) Trojans

Men's Sports
1
Women's Sports
2
Coed Sports
0
Athletics Revenue
$9,682,703
Athletics Expense
$7,988,361

Top 3 Sports by Revenue

Staff
62
Head Coaches
14
Assistant Coaches
48

Sports at this School

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Admissions

Acceptance Rate
50.3 %
Avg. Number of Applicants
4,510
Standardized Testing Policy
Recommended

Tuition & Debt

In-State Tuition & Fees
$30,720
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees
$30,720
Median Debt after Graduation
$22,000

Median Debt by Family Income

Yearly income $0–$30,000$22,219
Yearly income $30,001–$75,000$22,000
Yearly income $75,000+$21,500

Earnings & Employment Rate

Median Earning After Graduation

1-Yr after Graduation
$39,479
4-Yr after Graduation
$39,983
Employment Rate
97.2 %

Undergraduate Majors Offered

Undergrad Majors
88
Bachelor's Degree
60

Top Fields of Study by Number of Graduates

Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. - Bachelor's Degree
907
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. - Bachelor's Degree
909
Computer and Information Sciences, General. - Bachelor's Degree
1,101
Special Education and Teaching. - Bachelor's Degree
1,310
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$36,935
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. - Bachelor's Degree
1,312
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$37,048
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$36,180
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Graduation & Retention

Retention Rate
First year, Full Time Students
85%
Transfer Rate
15 %

Recent Ratings

  • Women's Lacrosse Head Coach

    Anderson University (SC)

    NCAA DII • SAC

    Recent recruit.

    Date: September 27, 2026

    By Parent
    5.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    HonestKnowledgeableMotivationalBelieves In YouCares About Academics

    Our daughter went through the recruiting process with Coach Nicole. She was absolutely wonderful as well as her dad, Coach Rich. We had read reviews prior to our visit. The coaches completely set any concerns to rest. They know what they are doing and their goals are clear for this team and the future. It was very apparent all the girls love their coach and their team culture is excellent. Everyone was happy and it truly seemed to be a family environment. We were truly impressed with Coach Nicole and how personable she was and her ability to really relate to our daughter. In the end, our daughter went a different way but it was hard to turn down such an amazing community and Coach at Anderson. We love Coach Nicole and Coach Rich and can’t wait to cheer on this team!!

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  • Women's Lacrosse Head Coach

    Anderson University (SC)

    NCAA DII • SAC

    Let Coach Nicole Build Her Own Legacy

    Date: August 28, 2026

    By Other
    5.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    AccessibleHonestMotivationalDedicated To PlayersKnows The Game

    Let’s judge the coach on the job she was hired to do—not on a narrative created by a now twice-fired ex-coach. Whenever a new coach takes over a program, there are going to be people who are happy with the change and people who aren’t. That’s reality. But before we pile on, how about we actually give Coach Nicole a chance to build the program? Coach Nicole is young, and so are the majority of coaches in college athletics today. What she may lack in years of head-coaching experience, she makes up for with an incredibly successful collegiate career, a deep understanding of the game, and a genuine passion for developing the next generation of players. Almost any coach can teach the X’s and O’s. What separates a great coach is the ability to take that knowledge, communicate it, build confidence, create a culture, and inspire players to compete and believe in themselves. That’s what Coach Nicole brings. She is extremely dedicated to her players and to the job. She wants these young women to have the best possible four-year college experience—both on and off the field. At the same time, make no mistake: she is fiercely competitive and wants to win. She has already shown what she is capable of, and now she deserves the opportunity to put her vision, experience, and leadership into the program. You don’t have to agree with every decision a coach makes. That’s part of sports. So, how about we give her a fair opportunity to lead, build, develop, and win before we decide what kind of coach she is.

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  • Women's Lacrosse Head Coach

    Anderson University (SC)

    NCAA DII • SAC

    4.6

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    HonestBelieves In YouDevelops Team Beyond The FieldPositive PersonResponsive

    Coach Nicole recruited my daughter, and every interaction we’ve had since day one has been positive. She communicated clearly with our family and was patient with our daughter throughout the recruitment process. There was never any pressure to commit, and she always maintained a respectful, kind demeanor. While other coaches were also recruiting our daughter, Coach Nicole was understanding when she requested time to make a decision, allowing her to complete other recruiting visits. After committing and signing, Coach Nicole has continued to communicate with the recruits (within the NCAA constraints) and has been building a culture to bring the girls together even before they arrived on campus. As a result, the girls have started building friendships that will be valuable before they step on the field together. Our daughter is thrilled to join Coach Nicole’s team at AU. As a parent, I feel confident that we’ve chosen the right program and coach for our daughter.

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  • Women's Lacrosse Head Coach

    Anderson University (SC)

    NCAA DII • SAC

    Terrible decision to hire and keep coach

    Date: August 20, 2026

    By Parent
    1.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    DisorganizedPoor Communication

    Terrible experience. Lost multiple games due to poor coaching. It's obvious she does not know X's and O's. Team went from a National ranking on defense to one of the worst. No organization in the offense either. Left trust in to two particular players who lost games for them. Rarely used her bench. Was outhustled in the 2nd half of almost every game. Poor coaching staff she picked as well. Her father, who I think runs the team, terrible. Was told, can't verify, that their strength and conditioning schedule increased during season. Max rep in season is unheard of. No contact injuries started piling up. Poor decision by the University to hire her and hrr father. Even worse is they are keeping her.

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