C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
18/100 · earnings-weighted

Allen University

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Columbia, South Carolina 29204
Allen University campus, Columbia, SC
Allen University campus, Columbia, SC. Photo: Van Jones Martin, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 13%
Outcomes
C
54/100
Affordability
C
49/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
C+
64/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

677
Total Enrollment
13%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
32%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Allen University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$30,497
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$23,889
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$34,290
Median debt at graduation
13.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
76.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 112% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 2nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (SC wage index 0.81). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Allen University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$23,572$45,474-33%#1151 of 1176#1105$37,000
Social Sciences$23,095$38,198-28%#84 of 87#79$33,597
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$23,371$35,787-33%#472 of 476#458$35,250
Biology—$29,249-49%#841 of 841#841$30,650

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $189,049
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,333/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29203 (7.9% cap, Columbia)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $12,540 $12,540
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,696 $26,696

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
82%
Receive Pell Grants
80%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

677
Total Students
44%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic 3%
Black 91%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 74%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Allen University?
Allen University has an acceptance rate of 32%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Allen University?
Tuition at Allen University is $12,540 for in-state students and $12,540 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Allen University?
The graduation rate at Allen University is 13%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Allen University a good school?
Allen University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Allen University?
Allen University has a total enrollment of 677 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology