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Consider how your previous college work and life experiences combined with courses at Aurora University can lead to a college degree.
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You can join more than 98 percent of AU undergraduates who receive some form of financial aid, including scholarships and grants.
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Take advantage of convenient summer classes, study abroad experiences, and online offerings.
The Schingoethe Center of Aurora University opens its newest exhibition focusing on how Illinois artists have represented the human body with an eye to the narrative and fantastic. Curated by Douglas Stapleton, “Figurism: Narrative and Fantastic Art from the Illinois State Museum...
Ever since high school, Alexis Hodges has been passionate about becoming a nurse. But the Aurora University senior nursing student never dreamed she would be leading a statewide association of 1,576 student nurses. That changed last fall when Hodges was named president of the Student Nurses...
You have probably heard the phrase, “first impressions are everything.” This is especially true when it comes to first meetings in professional situations. As a college student, you may make first contact with a potential employer at networking opportunities such as job fairs,...
Aurora University congratulates the more than 1,300 undergraduate students who earned Dean’s List honors for the fall 2019 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes students who have earned a 3.6 GPA or higher. Students recognized with high honors have earned a perfect 4.0. Students...
It’s the start of a new decade. And we love lists! So what better time to take a look at all the places to visit at Aurora University. Whether you’re new to campus or looking to discover more, there are plenty of sights to see. Here are 20 that we recommend checking out this...
Whether you are looking for a job or an internship, attending a career fair is a great way to put yourself in front of potential employers. The thought of navigating a roomful of people can feel overwhelming at first. But you aren’t alone. Nearly 90 percent of all students attend a career...
Are you considering becoming a physical therapist? If so, you need a solid foundation. Physical therapists (PTs) help people with their ability to move and perform activities on a daily basis. They spend much of their time on their feet — examining patients, developing treatment plans, and...
The business of sports is a dynamic, high-energy field filled with passionate fans and job opportunities for a wide range of professionals. If you are interested in learning a business skill and applying it to the world of sports, a sport management career could be for you. AU students...
At Aurora University, safety is a campus-wide partnership between the university and each member of the campus community, where all of us, including you, are empowered and prepared to play an active role in your own safety and the safety of others. As part of the AU Spartan Safety campaign, we...
Student athletes and Spartan fans had a lot to celebrate during the fall 2019 season with four AU teams clinching Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC) championships: Football Not only did the Spartans win the NACC championship with a perfect 7-0 record, the team also competed in the...
Date: Saturday - February 22, 2020
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Hill Welcome Center
Date: Thursday - April 02, 2020
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: University Banquet Hall in Alumni Hall
Aurora University has been honored as a College of Distinction for the 2019-2020 school year. The College of Distinction designation is given to select schools to honor their excellence in student-focused higher education. AU was also recognized with three Fields of Study honors for our business, education and nursing programs.
