Aurora University

Aurora University is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Aurora, Illinois, within a large suburban area in the Chicago metropolitan region. The university enrolls 7,008 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 55 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 58% (IPEDS 2023) and a retention rate of 78% (IPEDS 2023).

Aurora University offers several applied programs in health and technology fields. Program offerings include an associate degree in Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, an associate degree in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and a bachelor's degree in Athletic Training/Trainer. These programs provide students with pathways into cybersecurity, healthcare, and sports medicine careers.

Located approximately 40 miles west of Chicago, Aurora University draws students from the western suburbs and surrounding communities. Its position in a large suburban labor market supports graduates entering fields such as healthcare, athletic training, and information security, where regional employer demand remains active.