C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
32/100 · earnings-weighted

Averett University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Danville, Virginia 24541
Averett University campus, Danville, VA
Averett University campus, Danville, VA. Photo: Unknown authorUnknown author, 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: 44%
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
B
65/100
Prestige
C
40/100

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

1,378
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
48%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$51,516
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$46,273
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
48.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,135
Average SAT
20
Median ACT
41.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

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

Earnings rank: 19th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused 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 Averett 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$63,961$84,065-5%#561 of 966#909—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$60,150$72,810+7%#291 of 1176#572$25,489
Accounting and Related Services$43,708$64,192-16%#630 of 796#740$26,500
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs—$54,637-12%#37 of 48#43$23,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections$43,494$52,318-6%#429 of 660#591$28,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$36,908$50,346-8%#402 of 610#548$27,000

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 Averett University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $162,683
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,185/mo — vs ~$957/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 24540 (5.9% cap, Danville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $38,400 $38,400
Room $8,616
Board $4,400
Total Cost (On-Campus) $55,440 $55,440

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
81%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 78 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 77 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 26 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 23 grads/yr Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented 18 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 16 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 15 grads/yr Psychology, General 12 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 12 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 11 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 9 grads/yr Computer Science 9 grads/yr Sociology, General 8 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 8 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 8 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 6 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 6 grads/yr Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 5 grads/yr Equestrian/Equine Studies 4 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Averett University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

1,378
Total Students
54%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 5%
Black 28%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 17%
Hybrid (Some Online) 47%
Fully Online 36%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Averett University?
Averett University has an acceptance rate of 48%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Averett University?
Tuition at Averett University is $38,400 for in-state students and $38,400 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Averett University?
The graduation rate at Averett University is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Averett University a good school?
Averett University has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Averett University?
Averett University has a total enrollment of 1,378 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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