Anderson University (South Carolina) | University Info | 87 Bachelors in English

Anderson University traces its origins back to 1911, when it was chartered as a four-year college for women. With a donation of land and money from area citizens, the South Carolina Baptist Convention agreed to partner with those who wanted an institution of higher learning in Anderson, and the school opened its doors in 1912.

Education

Our nine Colleges and Schools offer 36 majors, 50 concentrations, and 29 minors. In addition, we offer seven master's degrees that range from an MBA to a Master of Music in Music Education. And, through our Graduate School of Christian Ministry, we offer a Doctor of Ministry.

Research

AU has a distinguished record of undergraduate cancer research. Students have had the opportunity to work with the Oncology Research Institute of the Greenville Hospital System. In addition, AU students have been successful in winning South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities Research Grants.

Career

CCD hosts several workshops and seminars throughout the year in addition to offering individual consultations to help students and alumni search for internships and jobs, create cover letters and resumes, discover strengths and interests, prepare for graduate school, develop a personal brand, expand a professional network, and prepare for interviews.

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Services

Housing services

Anderson University is home to 21 different on-campus residence halls that feature a wide variety of campus-living options, ranging from traditional halls to apartment-style suites. Each residence hall is designed to foster a sense of community and well-being, as well as several good options for studying. Nearly half of the residence halls have been constructed in the past six years and feature the most modern living arrangements available. Each residence hall is staffed by a student Resident Advisor on each floor as well as a full-time adult live-in professional in each living area.

Library services

The library houses 100,000 physical volumes, but that’s only part of the story. Its fast-growing online collection contains over half a million e-books, hundreds of thousands of streaming audio and video recordings, and millions of articles from more than 40,000 periodicals.

ICT services

In addition to the iPads issued to AU students and faculty, all AU classrooms are multimedia classrooms. The rooms' multimedia equipment includes a computer, a video projector, Blu-Ray/DVD player, and audio. Some classrooms also include interactive Smart Boards and Promethean whiteboards.

Medical services

Within the Thrive model, you will find health and counseling centers and sports medicine.

Student Life

Campus life

Anderson University offers an intimate, welcoming environment in which you can explore the possibilities and mature in your own unique way while having fun.

The University provides a comprehensive program of student develoment. All activities and programs are designed to help students to have positive and rewarding personal growth experience while at Anderson University.

Sports facilities

The Campus Recreation Program at Anderson University offers students an opportunity to participate in variety of activities that promote character, physical fitness, and team building. The Campus Recreation department oversees the Fitness Center, Athletic Campus Gym, and the University Pool.

The Fitness Center, located in the G. Ross Anderson Student Center, is outfitted with the latest in cardio and weight training equipment. A full schedule of group fitness classes is also available to students throughout the week.
The Athletic Campus gym is open to students daily and offers basketball, volleyball, and a walking track.
The University Pool, is available to students in the early fall and late spring.

Student clubs

Treehuggers.
College Mentors for Kids.
Board Game Club.
Turning Point USA.

Accreditation

Anderson University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as a Level V institution, granting baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees.

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