D
Below Average
Score: 44/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
18/100 · earnings-weighted

American National University

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Salem, Virginia 24153
American National University campus, Salem, VA
American National University campus, Salem, VA. Photo: Mx. Granger, CC0 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: 26%
Outcomes
C
54/100
Affordability
C
51/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
F
30/100
Prestige
F
13/100

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

824
Total Enrollment
26%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$26,370
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$23,830
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,814
Median debt at graduation
33.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
68.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 49% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 2nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). 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 American National University

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma 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
Health and Medical Administrative Services$27,863$33,637-5%#342 of 496#455$12,084
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$26,563$33,200-3%#402 of 637#573$11,652
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions$21,951$32,156-17%#93 of 109#107$8,939

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

The American National University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $312,358
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,609/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 24013 (7.0% cap, Roanoke)

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🏆 Where American National University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#26
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
of 30 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $10,735 $10,735

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
94%
Receive Pell Grants
89%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

824
Total Students
73%
Women
12%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 38%
Hispanic 3%
Black 35%
Asian 16%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 76%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 12%
25-64 (Adult) 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at American National University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend American National University?
Tuition at American National University is $10,735 for in-state students and $10,735 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at American National University?
The graduation rate at American National University is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is American National University a good school?
American National University has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend American National University?
American National University has a total enrollment of 824 students.

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