Anderson University

Anderson University is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Anderson, South Carolina, in a small city setting in the Upstate region. The university enrolls approximately 4,602 students and holds a quality score of 62.83 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 71% and a retention rate of 82% (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers applied programs across healthcare and technology disciplines. Nursing programs include Registered Nursing at the associate level and Nursing Practice at the bachelor's level, providing multiple entry points into the nursing profession. Anderson University also offers an associate degree in Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, addressing growing demand for cybersecurity professionals.

Located in the Upstate South Carolina corridor between Greenville and Clemson, Anderson University provides students with access to a growing regional economy. The combination of nursing and cybersecurity programs reflects the institution's focus on fields with strong employment prospects, offering students career-oriented education within the context of a private nonprofit university.